Head of the Product Competence Department (d/w/m)

Company Description

As Head of the Product Competence Department, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of an interdisciplinary team focused on the application and further development of analytical measurement technology, and you will manage the application laboratory. You will further develop the application portfolio for our products and provide innovative input for product development. In addition, you will oversee the validation of new and existing devices and coordinate application-specific support for Sales, R&D, and Service.

Job DescriptionYou will provide technical and managerial leadership to the 6-member Product Competence TeamAs laboratory manager, you will coordinate all activities in the application laboratoryYou will actively participate in the innovation process and drive the further development of our productsYou will further develop the application portfolios in collaboration with Product ManagementYou will serve as the point of contact for application support and customer inquiries and provide advice on applications and measurements using our productsYou will coordinate measurements of customer samples, validations, and software tests, as well as editorial work, publications, and training for the sales teamYou will participate in development projects as a representative of the customer’s perspectiveYou will serve on national and international standards committees and oversee participation in

interlaboratory testsYou will occasionally visit our customers worldwideQualificationsYou have a degree in chemistry, biochemistry, food technology, materials science, or a related fieldYou have several years of experience in personnel management, laboratory management, and administrative tasksYou have in-depth knowledge of analytical measurement techniquesYou have experience in the statistical analysis of test results and in verifying the performance of measuring instruments according to defined requirementsYou are meticulous in your work and demonstrate a strong sense of responsibilityYou are highly customer-oriented and possess strong communication and presentation skillsYou have a good command of written and spoken German and EnglishAdditional InformationA varied role in a dynamic teamA secure, full-time, permanent positionA modern work environment and a well-equipped

laboratoryComprehensive onboarding by experienced colleaguesFamily-friendly policies through flexible work schedulesFlat hierarchies and an open corporate culture30 days of vacationVacation and Christmas bonusesEco-mobility allowance (you choose: company bike or public transportation subsidy)Electric vehicle charging station right outside the doorOn-site health care provided by our company physicianCafeteria subsidy, free beverages, and a weekly fruit and vegetable daySummaryType: Full-timeFunction: OtherExperience level: Not ApplicableIndustry: Chemicals