StevenDouglas
New Product Development and Application Development Manager
StevenDouglas, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
New Product Development and Application Development Manager
New Product Development and Application Development Manager
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For over 150 years, our client has been the trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Their work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond their materials, they are very proud of their commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact. We are seeking a Manager for their New Product Development/Application development Department within the Technology & Innovation Function. This role involves leading a team of highly skilled professionals, including Scientists, Chemists, Chemical Engineers, and Laboratory Technicians. You will oversee and drive new product and new application development projects across various stages of maturity, focusing on customer needs and our strategic vision of keeping them competitive in the marketplace. Additionally, you will manage their Application Laboratory infrastructure as well as maintain a close connection with colleagues from the (technical) sales department as well as our High Purity Quartz customers. Product and Application Development Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy. Align product goals with the overall business objectives. Analyses competitive products and market conditions. Evaluate and prioritize ideas based on feasibility and market potential. Plan and manage the product development lifecycle from conception to launch. Oversee the design and development of new products. Train sales teams and provide them with necessary product information. Monitor product performance and gather customer feedback. Analyze post-launch data to assess success and identify areas for improvement. Technical Requirements In depth understanding of industrial mineral and chemical industry processes and products, with at least some exposure to PV and semiconductor industry. Experience in quartz crucible manufacturing, Silicon ingot pulling, semiconductor and photovoltaic cell manufacturing is preferred. We require significant experience in new product development/application development domain. Broad and in-depth knowledge of PV and semiconductor markets and products In depth knowledge of majority of relevant analytical techniques and methodologies such as SEM, XRD, XRF, glass melting, quartz fusion etc. Ability to work with a basic set of software packages (e.g. LIMS). People Management Motivate and evaluate the team members to enhance team collaboration and support their individual development and growth. Liaise with HR and internal customers to coordinate staff welfare, team working and legislative issues. Educational Background and Prior Professional Experience At least 5 years of management experience Substantial experience in New Product Development and Application Development as well as customer exposure Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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North Carolina, United States . Senior Manager, Integrated Program Management
Raleigh, NC $156,000.00-$183,000.00 6 days ago Elizabethtown, NC $101,000.00-$160,000.00 2 weeks ago Raleigh, NC $146,000.00-$198,000.00 18 hours ago Charlotte, NC $100,000.00-$160,000.00 5 days ago Durham, NC $144,660.00-$238,650.00 5 days ago Charlotte, NC $120,000.00-$160,000.00 20 hours ago Hickory, NC $100,000.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago Raleigh, NC $144,660.00-$238,650.00 5 days ago Charlotte, NC $150,000.00-$190,000.00 4 days ago Charlotte, NC $133,000.00-$184,000.00 2 weeks ago Creedmoor, NC $110,000.00-$140,000.00 4 days ago Elizabethtown, NC $101,500.00-$188,500.00 5 days ago Engineering Manager III - Advanced Manufacturing
Charlotte, NC $83,000.00-$150,000.00 1 year ago Spindale, NC $100,000.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago Engineering Manager III - Advanced Manufacturing
Charlotte, NC $180,000.00-$220,000.00 3 weeks ago Hickory, NC $109,120.00-$150,040.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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New Product Development and Application Development Manager
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For over 150 years, our client has been the trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Their work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond their materials, they are very proud of their commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact. We are seeking a Manager for their New Product Development/Application development Department within the Technology & Innovation Function. This role involves leading a team of highly skilled professionals, including Scientists, Chemists, Chemical Engineers, and Laboratory Technicians. You will oversee and drive new product and new application development projects across various stages of maturity, focusing on customer needs and our strategic vision of keeping them competitive in the marketplace. Additionally, you will manage their Application Laboratory infrastructure as well as maintain a close connection with colleagues from the (technical) sales department as well as our High Purity Quartz customers. Product and Application Development Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy. Align product goals with the overall business objectives. Analyses competitive products and market conditions. Evaluate and prioritize ideas based on feasibility and market potential. Plan and manage the product development lifecycle from conception to launch. Oversee the design and development of new products. Train sales teams and provide them with necessary product information. Monitor product performance and gather customer feedback. Analyze post-launch data to assess success and identify areas for improvement. Technical Requirements In depth understanding of industrial mineral and chemical industry processes and products, with at least some exposure to PV and semiconductor industry. Experience in quartz crucible manufacturing, Silicon ingot pulling, semiconductor and photovoltaic cell manufacturing is preferred. We require significant experience in new product development/application development domain. Broad and in-depth knowledge of PV and semiconductor markets and products In depth knowledge of majority of relevant analytical techniques and methodologies such as SEM, XRD, XRF, glass melting, quartz fusion etc. Ability to work with a basic set of software packages (e.g. LIMS). People Management Motivate and evaluate the team members to enhance team collaboration and support their individual development and growth. Liaise with HR and internal customers to coordinate staff welfare, team working and legislative issues. Educational Background and Prior Professional Experience At least 5 years of management experience Substantial experience in New Product Development and Application Development as well as customer exposure Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Information Technology Industries Mining Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at StevenDouglas by 2x Get notified about new New Product Development Manager jobs in
North Carolina, United States . Senior Manager, Integrated Program Management
Raleigh, NC $156,000.00-$183,000.00 6 days ago Elizabethtown, NC $101,000.00-$160,000.00 2 weeks ago Raleigh, NC $146,000.00-$198,000.00 18 hours ago Charlotte, NC $100,000.00-$160,000.00 5 days ago Durham, NC $144,660.00-$238,650.00 5 days ago Charlotte, NC $120,000.00-$160,000.00 20 hours ago Hickory, NC $100,000.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago Raleigh, NC $144,660.00-$238,650.00 5 days ago Charlotte, NC $150,000.00-$190,000.00 4 days ago Charlotte, NC $133,000.00-$184,000.00 2 weeks ago Creedmoor, NC $110,000.00-$140,000.00 4 days ago Elizabethtown, NC $101,500.00-$188,500.00 5 days ago Engineering Manager III - Advanced Manufacturing
Charlotte, NC $83,000.00-$150,000.00 1 year ago Spindale, NC $100,000.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago Engineering Manager III - Advanced Manufacturing
Charlotte, NC $180,000.00-$220,000.00 3 weeks ago Hickory, NC $109,120.00-$150,040.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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