Head of the Product Competence Department (d/w/m)

Company Description

As Head of the Product Competence Department, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of an interdisciplinary team focused on the application and further development of analytical measurement technology, and you will manage the application laboratory. You will further develop the application portfolio for our products and provide innovative input for product development. In addition, you will oversee the validation of new and existing devices and coordinate application-specific support for Sales, R&D, and Service.

Job Description

• You will provide technical and managerial leadership to the 6-member Product Competence Team
• As laboratory manager, you will coordinate all activities in the application laboratory
• You will actively participate in the innovation process and drive the further development of our products
• You will further develop the application portfolios in collaboration with Product Management
• You will serve as the point of contact for application support and customer inquiries and provide advice on applications and measurements using our products
• You will coordinate measurements of customer samples, validations, and software tests, as well as editorial work, publications, and training for the sales team
• You will participate in development projects as a representative of the customer’s perspective
• You will serve on national and international standards committees and oversee participation in interlaboratory tests
• You will occasionally visit our customers worldwide

Qualifications

• You have a degree in chemistry, biochemistry, food technology, materials science, or a related field
• You have several years of experience in personnel management, laboratory management, and administrative tasks
• You have in-depth knowledge of analytical measurement techniques
• You have experience in the statistical analysis of test results and in verifying the performance of measuring instruments according to defined requirements
• You are meticulous in your work and demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility
• You are highly customer-oriented and possess strong communication and presentation skills
• You have a good command of written and spoken German and English

Additional Information

• A varied role in a dynamic team
• A secure, full-time, permanent position
• A modern work environment and a well-equipped laboratory
• Comprehensive onboarding by experienced colleagues
• Family-friendly policies through flexible work schedules
• Flat hierarchies and an open corporate culture
• 30 days of vacation
• Vacation and Christmas bonuses
• Eco-mobility allowance (you choose: company bike or public transportation subsidy)
• Electric vehicle charging station right outside the door
• On-site health care provided by our company physician
• Cafeteria subsidy, free beverages, and a weekly fruit and vegetable day