We are seeking a visionary leader to spearhead the growth of our global application teams in Germany and Chicago.
This high-impact role offers rapid evolution, shaping the future of application innovation across key strategic industrial market segments, including Food & Beverage, Nutrition, Home Care, and Personal Care.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and develop five high-performing teams in Germany and Chicago (total of 20 people), ensuring technical excellence and collaboration.
* Oversee the design, testing, and optimization of application-based solutions addressing customer needs and market trends, including model systems and AI.
* Drive efficiency and best practices in application labs, ensuring strong project execution and resource allocation.
* Define and execute the application strategy to drive innovation and customer engagement in target market segments.
* Work closely with key customers, product managers, and sales to provide tailored application support and strengthen partnerships.
* Align with Product and process Development, Strategic Marketing, Regulatory, and Commercial teams to ensure seamless go-to-market strategies.
Qualifications:
* Master's or Ph.D. in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
* Minimum 10+ years of experience in product application or technical leadership roles in B2B industries with international experience.
* Proven track record in Food & Beverage, Nutrition, Home Care, or Personal Care markets.
* Experience managing teams internationally and working in a matrix organization.