Head of Innovation Development Tmc - Alberton, South Africa - Saint Gobain

Saint Gobain

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Alberton, South Africa

1 week ago

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Thabo Mthembu

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Why do we need you?

Oversee TMC Product Innovation, and Development, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and objectives. Responsibilities include monitoring progress, making datadriven decisions, and managing new product development with a focus on liquids and cementitious materials.
Uphold a Zero safety incident record in Research, and Development labs, adhering strictly to SG Innovators Handbook and ICRF guidelines.
Facilitate the NPD Roadmap, supporting Innovation, and Development through the SG NPD Stage-Gate process. Focus on delivering sustainable and ecofriendly products that meet environmental and social standards and regulations, while maintaining digitized recordkeeping for legal and product compliance.
Lead the Research, and Development function with a customercentric approach, developing solutions in close collaboration with market, customer, and sales teams. This includes regular site and customer visits, optimizing cost and quality of products, and championing sustainable development practices.
Manage and build team capabilities, focusing on new product development processes, optimizing current work practices, and enhancing manufacturing processes to reduce costs and improve product sustainability.

Is this job for you?

You will need to have a strong educational background, verified by a Bachelor of Science degree or Master of Science degree, preferably complemented by Honors and ACI awards.

You should possess substantial expertise in the field, demonstrated through a history of significant professional accomplishments such as registered publications or notable contributions to the field.

In terms of experience, you should have at least 8 years of relevant experience in a leadership role within Resin or Concrete, Paint Coatings, and Cementous.

A proven track record of managing large teams, including up to 15 members, and supervising multiple department heads. Additionally, experience in handling capital expenditure budgets is a crucial aspect of this role.

To make sure nothing is forgotten

We need you to lead and innovate in Saint-Gobain's TMC sector, aligning product development with strategic goals, upholding safety standards, and championing sustainable practices.

Your role demands a strong educational background in science, significant expertise in fields like resin, concrete, and coatings, and at least 8 years of leadership experience.

Joining our team means becoming part of a global leader dedicated to creating sustainable living spaces, where you'll enjoy diverse career opportunities, professional growth, and a culture of innovation and community engagement.

A little more about us
Saint-Gobain, a global leader that plays a pivotal role in South Africa's TMC sector.

Emphasizing innovation and sustainability, our South African operations focus on producing advanced materials and solutions across various sectors, contributing to enhanced living conditions and environmental stewardship.

Deeply integrated into the local community, we are committed to driving growth and sustainability, aspiring to set new standards for the habitat and construction markets.

Saint-Gobain South Africa is dedicated to creating smarter, more comfortable, and sustainable living spaces, now and for future generations.

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Benefits in joining us

Joining Saint-Gobain, offers a range of benefits including opportunities for exposure, diverse career paths, and a focus on innovation and sustainability.

Employees benefit from professional development and training programs, stable and resource-rich work environments, and competitive compensation packages.

The company's emphasis on a collaborative corporate culture, community engagement, and a commitment to research and development provides a fulfilling and dynamic work experience, ideal for those seeking professional growth and a chance to contribute to significant industry advancements.

Job Reference:
SOA00228