Associate Director, R&D Technology Development

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.Role SummaryThe Associate Director of R&D Technology Development is responsible for guiding and advancing our global technology innovation initiatives for our Personal Care and Health & Wellness businesses, impacting more than 1 billion dollars company sales for brands like Batiste, Trojan, First Response, Vitafusion, Therabreath, etc. This role demands a future-forward global thinker and leader capable of creating and advancing transformational technologies and consumer experiences to drive incremental growth for two of our lead categories.Key ResponsibilitiesAble to lead the integration of all C&D technology programs across our Personal Care and Health & Wellness.Directly lead global teams (more than 4 highly skilled scientists) and continuously lead through influence across R&D technical and business global cross-functional communities.Coordinate and lead the seamless integration with GNPI and Product Development (PD) innovation strategies.Lead the global technology project portfolio for household products, overseeing complex, multi-disciplinary projects.Provide technical leadership and expertise, driving robust development processes.Collaborate and influence internal global R&D teams and external partnerships.Demonstrate excellent communication and leadership skills to deliver global initiatives.Oversee resource allocation, budget management, process improvements, and project execution.Accountabilities and ResponsibilitiesFormulate technical strategies and scientific policies in collaboration with R&D and corporate leadership.Oversee project management, both in-house and with external research or contract laboratories.Evaluate new technologies for integration into current or future products.Advocate for innovative approaches like open innovation and integrated design thinking.Present technical findings to various teams including technical, marketing, legal, and regulatory.Act as the main liaison for external technology development partnerships.Manage budgets for projects handled by external entities.Mentor and evaluate team members.Education and ExperienceThe individual will be a highly seasoned professional with a minimum of eight years of experience in consumer products and technology innovation, development, and execution. An advanced (MS or Ph.D) degree from an accredited institution in chemical, biochemical, or engineering sciences or related discipline with greater than 15 years of experience in a related technical field is highly desired.Skills and CompetenciesStrategic Thinking:

Ability to initiate and develop strategic views on technical development and advancements.Technical & Organizational Leadership:

Recognized as a technical leader authority in the field of fabric and household products.Global Consumer Business Understanding:

Demonstrates a record of linking technical/scientific plans to business goals.Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at

http://www.churchdwight.com/

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