Takes a leadership role in the ensuring SHE and Synthomer Core Values are actively deployed within global HPPM Innovation team and that a proactive approach to SHE related issues to deliver continuous improvement of occupational and process safety. Exhibits SHE leadership for all teams in Asia Innovation Centre (AIC) through own behaviours to set AIC site standards and be responsible for the safe operation of AIC.
Accountable for working with regional VPs to define and develop the innovation strategic for HPPM in alignment with the business teams and ensures efficient execution across all HPPM Innovation teams in Europe, North America and Asia. Aligns HPPM R&D program with business requirements by sitting on relevant business management teams. Is the "go to" person and represents global Innovation/technical teams at the Divisional level. Accountable for delivery of innovation project portfolio for HPPM Division on a global basis and ensures execution of projects and activities with the appropriate level of scientific rigour, sets up and maintains internal and external networks to facilitate delivery of strategic programs, as well as actively breaks down barriers within the HPPM global technical communities.
Manage the innovation Stage-Gate Process to ensure projects meet delivery timetable and expectations defined together with business and operation teams.
Increase technical capability development within HPPM global network and improve various HPPM technical labs’ output/capacity to drive higher efficiency and effectiveness of HPPM global technical work and maximize/leverage the high-out and low cost operation model of AIC teams to benefit the whole Synthomer business.
Accountable for the preparation and management of the global HPPM Innovation team revenue and capital budgets.
Manage and protect the HPPM division’s IP via working with Synthomer IP team through, for example, the preparation of patent applications, handling of confidential information and challenging third party patents. Management of IP processes and deliver against HPPM IP strategy.
Actively works with business colleagues (and customers) to identify new business opportunities and drives technical programs to deliver commercially attractive solutions/products that add value to the market. Drives ideas generation and concept assessment to ensure the value proposition meets the business needs.
Support M&A and strategic business analysis on business/technology acquisition, JV and disposal activities.
Is a leading contributor to the broader development of the global innovation function.

Education: Degree in Chemistry, materials or polymer science related field; PhD preferred.

Experience: >10 years’ experience in an industrial R&D leadership role and demonstrated knowledge of business processes and new product commercialisation; good working knowledge of English and experience of managing IP

Why Synthomer?

We are ambitious!
We have grown significantly – both organically and inorganically. We are a FTSE 250 listed company, 22% of our revenue comes from newly commercialized products, and we’re recognized in the top-quartile for chemicals manufacturing safety.

We believe in high challenge, high support!
We are keen to let you contribute in real roles from day 1. We expect a lot, but offer a lot, too. This includes onboarding, induction and learning events, networking opportunities, mentoring and personal development planning. So, be up for an inspiring long-term career adventure.

We personalize our approach to development!
At Synthomer, you won't find generic career tracks or development programs but rather a one-size-fits-one approach to employee development. We'll partner with you to ensure you have the right experiences that build your capabilities and accelerate your career growth.

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