Product Development Manager

Responsibilities:
Translation of strategic growth plan to product, product ranges and product class portfolios.
Managing the research processes of mapping technology and competitor technology analysis.
Managing ideas and selection of project routes that eliminate the risk of IP infringement.
Managing product development processes for existing and new product and product portfolios.
Monitoring product life cycles and managing product upgrades, withdrawals and launches.
Engaging with product users and field trials.
Managing transfer of product manufacture from laboratory pilot scale to main plant processes.


Requirements:
Matric. 
Tertiary education in Chemistry (BSc / BTech). 
Experience in Research and Development activities. 
Track record in developing products and sound research methodology of specifically mining, road science and lubricants and many more. 
Exposure to surface chemistry synthesis and applications. 
Experience in managing multiple projects. 
Willing to travel
Flexibility in terms of trials which which could be overnight


Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.