Director Segment Innovation & Advanced Development (SIAD)

Join Envalior - Imagine The Future!

We are seeking a Director to lead Envaliors global Science Innovation & Application Development organization (SIAD) and help shape the future of our business. SIAD is the engine that transforms scientific excellence and technology leadership into breakthrough segmentdriven innovations and differentiated application solutions for global and regional customers.

Our mission is to build a worldclass R&D organization that sets strategic direction beyond todays market needs. By combining deep scientific expertise with bold innovation we aim to anticipate future customer challenges unlock new applications and create sustainable competitive advantage through cuttingedge technologies.

At the heart of this ambition is a strong belief in people as the drivers of innovation. We are committed to building highperforming diverse teams that are empowered to explore create and challenge the status quo making a meaningful impact across industries and markets worldwide.

As part of this journey you will shape Envaliors longterm innovation agenda define technology roadmaps for key innovation areas and lead the realization of application innovations in targeted segments. You will act as the integrator between R&D commercial teams and customers bridging todays value creation with tomorrows opportunities while building and scaling global application expertise that secures Envaliors future competitiveness.

IMAGINE THE FUTURE WITH ENVALIOR

You will make key contributions to Envalior:

• Set the innovation direction by defining and owning global technology and application roadmaps for key innovation segments aligned with business strategy and focused on closing critical technology gaps.
• Drive innovation from strategy to impact by translating roadmaps into clear execution plans with defined milestones resources and deliverables. Lead application innovation from concept to implementation including incubation MVP/prototyping and business handover.
• Act as the global integrator of application and technology expertise ensuring transparency alignment and reuse of knowhow across regions and functions.
• Build and scale global application expertise ensuring availability and accessibility of application knowhow for both internal teams and external customers and strengthening capabilities within application development and engineering teams.
• Lead Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) as a core strategic capability positioning it as a customerfacing door opener for early OEM/ODM collaboration. Ensure global coordination and harmonization of CAE tools methods software hardware and skills.
• Maintain and expand expertise in postprocessing and manufacturing technologies including welding laser marking NMT SMT and related operations ensuring strong support for internal and external stakeholders.
• Embed sustainability circular economy and regulatory perspectives into technology scouting application development and innovation roadmaps.
• Lead a global multidisciplinary SIAD organization by developing highperforming teams building talent and succession pipelines and balancing nearterm value delivery with longterm innovation.
• Translate innovation into business value enabling early customer engagement supporting IP generation strengthening Envaliors positioning as an innovation partner and ensuring effective handover to R&D commercial and business line organizations.
• Represent SIAD externally and internally building strong networks with customers partners startups and innovation ecosystems while ensuring crossfunctional alignment.
• Leads organizational transformation by balancing nearterm value delivery with longterm ambition protecting space for futureoriented innovation while ensuring effective business translation and driving the adoption of new technologies operating models and mindsets across global R&D and commercial interfaces.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Masters degree in Engineering Natural Sciences Materials/Polymer Science Chemical Engineering or Business Innovation (Ph.D. preferred not required).
• 10 years in innovation R&D advanced development venturing or marketingrelated roles in international B2B environments with 5 years leading global multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience translating technology into marketrelevant solutions.
• Crossindustry exposure (automotive electronics consumer goods) or innovation consulting valued.
• Polymer/materials background beneficial but not essential.
• Customerfacing and global/matrix experience preferred.
• Proven people and team management capability.
• Innovation incubation (scouting MVP handover).
• Strategic thinking and foresight.
• Operating effectively in ambiguity.
• Business model innovation mindset.
• Strong communication and stakeholder influencing skills.
• IP awareness and portfolio mindset.
• Technical credibility in materials applications and manufacturing (e.g. injection molding compounding testing).
• Change expert balancing shortterm impact with longterm ambition.
• Fluent in English (additional European language a plus).
• Willing to travel 2530%.

WHY ENVALIOR

Competitive Compensation:

Join us at Envalior and enjoy competitive compensation packages inclusive of a global bonus program and performance bonuses ensuring your hard work is recognized and rewarded.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Your well-being matters to us. At Envalior we provide an array of benefits supporting your financial security health and overall well-being. This includes retirement plans health programs life insurance and comprehensive medical care.

Work-Life Balance & Flexibility:

Maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life with Envaliors commitment to supporting your schedule.

Training & Development Opportunities:

At Envalior your growth matters. We encourage and invest in your professional and personal development. We support our employees in their growth and personal development through ongoing investment in their knowledge and skills via training coaching and mentoring.

Diversity & Inclusion:

At Envalior our people drive our success so its only right that we provide a diverse and inclusive working environment and foster a culture of belonging openness and respect. We value diversity as a cornerstone of our success. We are committed to nurturing and empowering every individual to reach their full potential.

APPLY NOW!

Ready to pioneer change with Envalior Join us in our mission to drive innovation sustainability and excellence. Apply today and become a part of our transformative journey towards a more sustainable future.

Submit your application online by sending your CV and motivation letter in English through ourCareer you have any questions feel free to connect directly with our recruiter at

Envalior is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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OUR HERITAGE

With a combined heritage of over 100 years Envalior brings together two established global materials players: DSM Engineering Materials and LANXESS High Performance Materials. Our unique combined portfolio of longstanding material- application- and design expertise enables our customers to develop and launch sustainable future-proof designs. Envalior is the brand new materials powerhouse that was Launched in early 2023.

We aim to be a global leader in sustainable and high-performance engineering materials. We imagine the future by shaping the world of today and tomorrow. Were conscious that this is both a privilege and a responsibility so when we imagine the future were guided by our key values to help us create a better world.

Required Experience:

Director