R&D - LTS Manager

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We supply the sustainable and innovative paints and coatings that our customers, communities – and the environment – are increasingly relying on. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader.

It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering paints company that’s committed to science-based targets and is taking genuine action to address globally relevant challenges and protect future generations.

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We are seeking an R&D Manager to lead our Research & Development operations in Turkey within the Decorative Paints business, Akzo Nobel-Marshall Boya located in Dilovası.

• MSc in Chemistry/Chemical Technology or Chemical Engineering,
• 5+ years R&D management experience, preferably in paint industry,
• Managed a team of 5+ employees for minimum 2 years,
• Strong leadership in technical, people and administrative areas,
• Able to work easily with cross-functional groups locally and globally (Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, R&D labs),
• Attracting, leading, coaching, appraising and developing team members,
• Ability to think strategically/tactically,
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills,
• Problem solving mind-set, highly organized, Self-motivating,
• No travel restrictions, able to travel internationally. Having a B class driver’s license, can actively drive,
• Preferably completed military service for male candidates,
• Able to reside in Kocaeli or Istanbul,
• Excellent command of written and spoken English,

• Manage and develop a team of 6–10 direct reports across R&D
• Appointment and development of people in the team,
• Understanding TR market requirements and trends,
• Keeping up to date on development and innovation pipeline to connect technology with Sales, Marketing and Manufacturing Unit needs,
• Supporting the business, to deliver the right products in the right quality with the correct labels in the right color at the right cost to the market,
• Responsible for maintaining the existing product portfolio, local implementation, product improvements and regulatory driven projects,
• Actions/escalations raising from quality concerns and competitive assessments (new product propositions, commercial activation),
• Focal point in case of complaints from the market on product performance and color,
• Drive Color technical plans for the business and regulatory compliance,
• Cross functional engagements with various labs across the AN landscape to assess, leverage and localize technologies
• Oversee local product development, value engineering, raw material evaluations, and benchmarking exercises.
• Partner with BU EMEA Product Development Centers for project execution
• Own the transition of formulas from R&D-PDC to manufacturing, ensuring efficient production and quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with Supply Chain and Quality teams.
• Manage the day-to-day operational and people related activities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ageor disability.