Vacancies Aerospace Specifications Manager

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Since 1792 weve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color peoples lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux International Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. Its what youd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company thats dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today while creating an even better tomorrow. Lets paint the future together.

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Aerospace Specifications Manager
Location: Home Based Successful candidate can be based remotely in the UK or Europe

Competitive salary plus benefits package

Were looking for an Aerospace Specifications Manager to play a pivotal role in ensuring our Aerospace Coatings portfolio meets the highest standards of quality compliance and customer this role youll take ownership of the specifications management process working closely with global stakeholders across Product Management R&D Quality Sales and Customer Service to drive excellence across our Aerospace business.

At AkzoNobel were proud of our heritage and our commitment to innovation. Youll join a collaborative global team where your technical expertise attention to detail and problem-solving skills will directly contribute to delivering world-class coating solutions for the aerospace industry.

What youll do:
Lead and manage the Aerospace specifications management process ensuring specifications are accurately reviewed implemented and maintained.
Review new and revised customer specifications assessing their applicability and alignment with our existing product portfolio.
Coordinate cross-functional activities relating to specification changes product qualifications and implementation plans.
Work closely with R&D teams to determine product compliance requirements and initiate laboratory work requests where required.
Identify gaps between customer specifications and current products supporting deviation requests and qualification activities when necessary.
Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to resolve specification queries and communicate updates effectively.
Maintain specification records and documentation across SAP and SharePoint systems ensuring accuracy and compliance at all times.
Coordinate the implementation of specification changes across multiple functions including Quality Planning Customer Service and Product Management.
Support continuous improvement initiatives helping to optimise specification management processes and systems.
Ensure compliance with customer regulatory and industry standards including ISO ASTM and SAE requirements.

What you bring:
A Bachelors degree in Chemistry Engineering Materials Science or a related technical discipline.
Previous experience working within technical sales product management R&D quality systems or specifications management.
Experience working within regulated industries with Aerospace experience being advantageous.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex technical specifications and documentation.
Experience working with ERP systems ideally SAP alongside Microsoft Office and SharePoint tools.
Excellent project management and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with experience working effectively across cross-functional teams.
A keen eye for detail and a passion for delivering high standards of quality and compliance.

Who you are:
Curious and proactive with a passion for solving technical challenges.
Highly organised and comfortable managing complex projects and documentation.
A collaborative team player who enjoys building relationships across global teams.
Detail-oriented and committed to delivering excellence in everything you do.
Adaptable and resilient thriving in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Passionate about continuous improvement and identifying opportunities to enhance ways of working.

Ready to help shape the future of Aerospace Coatings
Apply now and play a key role in delivering innovative compliant and high-performing coating solutions for customers around the world.

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At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when our organization all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age or disability.

Requisition ID:55285