Product Development Manager (Boron Nitride)

Saint-Gobain - Amherst, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Amherst, NY

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

The Product Development Manager is responsible for overseeing product and process research development activities aimed at identifying and procuring commercially viable technologies and materials to foster growth. This role focuses on developing new and improved products to meet market demands and enhance production processes for sustainability and cost-effectiveness. The manager will provide technical expertise, manage the global R&D portfolio, and serve as a subject matter expert for customer interactions and co-development projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, manage, and coordinate product and process research development activities.
• Identify and procure commercially viable technologies and materials to drive growth.
• Focus on process, product, and applications development for new and improved products.
• Provide technical expertise and direction to meet strategic goals.
• Manage the global R&D portfolio with activities in the US, Europe, and China.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for customer interactions and co-development with partners.
• Provide technical services and support to Marketing, Manufacturing, and Quality.
• Develop improved manufacturing practices and process capabilities.
• Evaluate feasibility of producing new products on production scale.
• Develop and manage the new product pipeline with existing and new customers/markets.
• Maintain technical competence and stay informed on new developments in materials and process technology.
• Manage technical aspects of Patent and Licensing activities and competitive benchmarking.
• Document and analyze data to make informed decisions for process and product development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field, ideally materials science or ceramics engineering.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience in an engineering capacity within an industrial manufacturing environment.
• 2-3 years of experience related to technology transfer.
• Experience within ceramic dispersions or Boron Nitride highly preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in market development of industrial products in at least two current market segments.
• Direct supervision/management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of TQM principles required.
• Strong project management skills, including leading and executing both short-term and long-term projects.
• Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• High level of interpersonal skills and ability to build cooperative working relationships.
• Demonstrated experience taking ownership, managing cost and results.
• Strong proficiency in digital tools and data analysis.
• High level of analytical thinking and application of scientific fundamentals.

Benefits

• Commuter Benefits
• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child and Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
• Volunteer Day