Director, R&D Platforms
Director, R&D Platforms
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Job Description
Opportunity Statement
Reporting to the Vice President Consumer Solutions R&D the Director will oversee the R&D Platforms organization comprising both Competency Platforms and Enabling Platforms. Competency Platforms are aligned with strategic product categories including:
Surfactants & Emulsifiers
Natural Oils & Sensory Derivatives
Acne Treatments & Skin Care Actives
Functional Cosmetic Ingredients
Food Ingredients and Release Agents
The Director will play an active leadership role in the creation of technology pipelines development and launch of new products and advancement of in-market collaboration with the Technical Marketing and Global R&D Deployment teams this role will ensure the design and delivery of compelling product benefits claims and technical content that elevate Vantages position as a trusted innovation partner. The Enabling PlatformsComplex Fluids & Surfaces and Process Design & Scale-Upprovide critical scientific and technical capabilities across the enterprise with expertise in advanced measurement science mechanistic understanding and process optimization.
Position Summary
Vantage Specialty Chemicals is seeking a visionary and results-driven Director R&D Platforms to lead science-based innovation across its Vantage Consumer Solutions (VCS) business units. This high-impact role will be instrumental in shaping and executing R&D strategies that drive technical excellence and deliver differentiated product solutions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
List the key responsibilities for this role.
Develop and lead the strategic vision for R&D Platforms aligning scientific direction with business objectives.
Serve as a trusted scientific and strategic advisor to senior R&D leadership.
Drive cross-functional collaboration and external engagement with academic partners industry consortia and regulatory bodies.
Champion organizational transformation through strategic initiatives and capability development.
Partner with Marketing to design technology pipelines that meet evolving market needs.
Lead intellectual property strategy to ensure strong protection of proprietary technologies.
Represent the organization in critical engagements with senior leaders technical experts and external stakeholders.
Manage resource allocation portfolio planning and risk assessment within R&D programs.
Provide scientific leadership on complex multidisciplinary initiatives spanning global functions.
Establish and promote R&D standards best practices and scientific rigor.
Mentor and develop senior scientific talent to build future leadership capacity.
Operate independently guided by long-term organizational and scientific objectives.
Education & Experience
Education: Ph.D. in Chemistry Chemical Engineering Polymer Science or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of 12 years of relevant industrial experience in R&D and product development.
Knowledge Skills & Talents
Proven track record in consumer-facing (B2C) innovation and technology deployment.
Demonstrated impact through strategic leadership scientific innovation and cross-functional execution.
Excellent communication influencing and decision-making skills with the ability to lead at the executive level.
Travel Requirement: 20%
Pay and Benefits
The estimated base pay range for this position is: $170000 - $250000 annually. Actual pay will be determined based on education certifications experience qualifications skills and geographic location. This position is eligible to participate in a short-term incentive program.
Vantage offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees including:
Medical HSA dental vision
FSA (limited purpose dependent care and commuter/parking)
Life and AD&D insurance
Accident hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
Short- and long-term disability
EAP identity theft protection
Paid time off Parental Leave
401(k) with company match
Equal Employment Opportunity
Vantage is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicantswill receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other protected category.
About Vantage
Vantage provides natural solutions to our customers technical performance and marketing needs through a unique combination of chemistry application expertise and service. Underpinned by our broad portfolio of formulations ingredients and actives that are built on a backbone of sustainable oils fats and their derivatives Vantage targets selected markets and applications including personal care food surface treatment agriculture pharma and consumer and industrial performance. Vantage is headquartered in Deerfield IL. operates in 11 countries worldwide and employs more than 1000 talented professionals focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences with every interaction.
We are a dynamic people-centered organization where youll be part of a collaborative global team. Embracing our cultural diversity we learn from each other to constantly improve adapt and iterate. We value the voices and talents of our colleagues empowering them to drive their unique ideas to completion. Were convinced that exceptionally motivated employees produce outstanding results and we celebrate them by fostering a culture of recognition development learning excellence and shared achievement. Most importantly we know youre going to like it here. For more information visit: or LinkedIn/vantage.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
