Proficiency in project scheduling and resource allocation
Strong leadership skills with a focus on team performance
Experience in managing multiple project phases from feasibility to validation
Knowledge of budget management and investment planning
Familiarity with intellectual property management and technical monitoring
Excellent communication skills for collaboration with external partners
Responsibilities
Define R&D plans aligning with the Business Unit's development strategy.
Create development schedules and allocate team resources effectively.
Lead and oversee the performance of the R&D team.
Manage all stages of development, ensuring timely delivery and product quality.
Engage both internal and external resources to enhance project outcomes.
Administer cost center budgets and assist in investment planning.
Oversee tax relief projects and manage collaborative funding ventures.
Organize and monitor intellectual property and maintain competitive analysis.
Represent the organization at conferences and industry events when needed.
Conduct technical missions at client sites to gather feedback.
Benefits
Opportunity for professional growth and development
Access to collaborative projects with external partners
Exposure to industry conferences and networking events
Involvement in innovative R&D initiatives
Supportive leadership for team-oriented success
Full Job Description
Main duties
Participates in defining R&D plans within his/her area in coherency with his/her Business Unit development plan.. >> Assessment indicator : Input pertinence
Draws up the schedule for the developments he/she is in charge of and allocates resources accordingly.. >> Assessment indicator : Development plan
Oversees the team he/she is in charge of.. >> Assessment indicator : Team performance
Oversees the various development stages of developments under his/her responsibility (feasibility, conception, testing and product validation).. >> Assessment indicator : On-time/ Product performance
Calls on resources inside and outside the group (technical experts, laboratories ...) and/or collaborates with customers/suppliers as required.. >> Assessment indicator : Network organised
Manages his/her cost center budget and takes part in drawing up investment needs.. >> Assessment indicator : budget met / investment plan
Manages tax relief and funded collaborative projects.. >> Assessment indicator : Funding obtained / optimal tax relief scheme set up
Manages intellectual properties and organizes the technical watch and the benchmark.. >> Assessment indicator : Internal reports / patent deposit /