Komax AG is a pioneer and market leader in the field of automated wire processing and testing. As a globally active Swiss company, we develop and manufacture series and customer-specific machinery for various industries. We also offer cutting-edge software solutions. Komax includes more than 40 companies across five continents and a worldwide sales and service network.
For our testing portfolio, we are searching for the Head of Global Research and development to lead our global technology strategy and drive innovation across our diverse portfolio.
We are currently hiring for an exciting position ideally located at our site in Wertheim
Head of Global Research and Development (m/w/x)
- Lead and manage the global R&D teams, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration
- Develop and implement R&D strategies that align with the business objective
- Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of R&D projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget
- Closely collaborate with product management to innovate according to customers' added value and create pain reliefers and gain creators
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, and production, to ensure successful product development and commercialization
- Monitor industry trends and advancements to identify opportunities for new technologies and products
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
- Manage the R&D budget and allocate resources effectively
- Mentor and develop R&D staff, promoting professional growth and development
- Maintain the global R&D dashboard to ensure full transparency of the R&D, engineering, and lifecycle activities
- A completed bachelor's or master's degree with a technical focus
- At least 5 years of professional experience in the tech industry
- At least 5 years of professional experience in a leading, comparable management function
- Compelling leadership skills, conceptual strengths, deep knowledge and experience in R&D leadership roles, preferably in a global setting
- Proven track record of successful product development (finished projects) and innovation.
- Strategic, analytical thinking with simultaneous implementation orientation
- In-depth knowledge in the development of electronic & mechatronic assemblies as well as hardware & software-based solutions
- Excellent English skills, both written and spoken
- Initiative, ability to work under pressure, interdisciplinary working style
- Willingness to travel and intercultural competence
- A customer-oriented and structured approach, coupled with a high level of assertiveness
- Communication skills and social intelligence
a diversified and challenging job opportunity with personal responsibility in a modern work atmosphere. A job within a dedicated, motivated, and cooperative team as well as advanced working conditions with excellent benefits in an exciting technical environment.
Furthermore, we provide our employees with the following benefits:
- Mobile working and flexible working hours
- Company cars for private use
- 30 days of annual paid leave
- Free hot drinks and water
- Capital-forming benefits
- Company pension schemes
- JobRad leasing
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