Material Development Manager - Kunheim, France - Essity

Essity

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Kunheim, France

il y a 2 semaines

Posté par:

Sophie Dupont

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Description

Material Development Manager M/F

We're looking for people who embody our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace.

We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk.

In a few words, Essity is:

A Swedish group, recognized for its expertise and committed to the hygiene and health sector.
36 ,000 employees spread across more than 150 countries.
A culture that fosters kindness, autonomy, collaboration, and idea sharing.
Strong and innovative brands such as Lotus, O kay, NANA, TENA, Demak'up, Tork, JOBST and Radiante.

About the role
We are searching for a Material Development manager to join our Liquids and Lotions team.

The Liquids and lotions / Skin Care team delivers chemical formulation products and product solutions across our business areas in close cooperation with suppliers, innovation teams and other appropriate parties.

The role will be located in Kunheim (France).

What You Will Do

Participate in projects in different levels, as an internal consultant, project manager or project team member.
Recommend suitable materials or chemical formulations to innovation projects and other material related activities, such as material rationalization and quality improvements.
Lead the development of new and existing materials in close cooperation with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Initiate and lead material development activities in the Liquids and Lotions area to propose new and innovative solutions for the R&D program and improve state of readiness for future Innovation projects
Build and maintain a broad and deep competence within the Liquids and Lotions area.
Actively work to patent new material solutions and participate in patent watch teams.
Own and establish material specifications in development phase for the Liquids and Lotions area.

You are the right fit for this position if:

Required Education and Experience:

University Degree within relevant practice (such as chemistry or pharmacy) with a proven strong knowledge in cosmetic formulations and/or surface chemistry
Experience in relevant technical field, ideally 5years or more of experience from both R&D and people' s management.
International exposure.
Leadership and networking skills, internally as well as with external suppliers.

Key competencies

Profound knowledge in the chemical formulation area as well as in relevant products and technologies.
Good understanding of the material and product development process from consumer insights to launch, including project management experience.
Ability to understand stakeholder requirements, operational limitations and business opportunities.
Ability to lead, engage and influence others internally as well as externally.
Action oriented. Pursue opportunities with energy, drive and a need to finish. Can effectively cope with change and shift gears comfortably.
Strategic mindset and ability to translate strategy into actions.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and build constructive and effective relationships and networks at all levels both internally and externally. High interest in people's management.
Ability to simplify and communicate complex matters in a meaningful and inspiring way

What can make a difference at Essity:

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An environmentally
sustainable company
.

In _Hondouville _, for example, we recycle 60% of all food cartons in France. _

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Opportunities for development and career growth.

25% of positions at Essity in France are filled through internal mobility. _

- **Life
-
changing innovations*

Aquatube _, tubeless rolls, washable underwear... Discover our innovations in video _

It's high time to break the break barriers to well-being for the benefit of consumers, patients, care givers, and customers across the globe

Together, we are improving lives, every day
:

Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place.

With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.

Together, we are improving lives, every day
:

Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place.

With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.

Application End Date:

29 juin 2024