Senior R&D Manager II

About the role

The Senior R&D Manager II manages a team comprised of senior level professional to achieve significant business impact. This role is a recognized expert internally and externally in an industry or technology. The Senior R&D Manager II manages & optimizes team performance by articulating overall strategy & translating it into tangible team goals and objectives. This person drives possibility thinking & measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop a team of senior professionals with an ability to manage above sphere of influence
• Optimize team peak performance by through empowerment, coaching, & development
• Drive possibility thinking within and outside your team and organization
• Understand & communicate strategy effectively & translate it into actionable goals and objectives to drive impactful results
• Manage & prioritize multiple projects & tight timelines & stakeholder expectations for delivering the highest business impact
• Prudently & creatively manage resources without compromising quality & results
• Lead large global or cross-functional project teams, collaborating across disciplines, functional and regional boundaries.
• Provide technical leadership on GCTs & R&D initiatives & working groups
• Able to work outside of own organization & with customers/OEMs to meet objectives
• Working in a safe and efficient manner
• Coordinates the activities of professional staff in an assigned work area and/or manages first-line supervisors.
• Key Competencies
• Management & Supervision : Manages activities of two or more disciplines or a department. Oversees experienced level professionals and/or may be responsible for subordinate managers. Frequently advises team(s) on moderately complex matters.
• Discretion & Impact : Erroneous decisions will result in critical delay(s) in schedules and/or unit operations and may jeopardize overall business activities. Decisions directly impact short-term less than one-year results of the team/ program/ group.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of related experience ( B.S. + 10 years, M.S. + 8 years, PhD + 6 years)
• Expertise in polyurethane, epoxy and acrylics structural adhesives are preferred
• Strong technical background and knowledge in the specific area of research and development
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Track record of successful product development and innovation, from concept to commercialization.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, execute, and monitor multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, and intellectual property considerations in R&D activities.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, with a strong sense of initiative and drive for results.
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• Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, a

Benefits

Additional Information

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller's (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2024 revenue of $3.6 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,500 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www. hbfuller.com .

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