Innovation Team Leader / Wire & Cable (f/m/d) - Hybrid

About the Role

The global Wire and Cable Innovation Team is looking for an experienced, energetic leader for the EMEA regional team. Leading a team of around 12‑14 Associates across the Pleinfeld and Dundee plants, the regional leader role brings a great opportunity to be a vital part of the envisaged change in how we execute on the development of new products in search of significant new revenue growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for NPD projects in the region, including Milestone definitions, RWW, PGR, investments, Customer Sampling, etc.
• Provide input and collaborate in development of global W&C technical plan
• Ensure effective execution of W&C projects in the region using best practices and consistent business processes.
• Manage resourcing for regional projects.
• Ensure robust communication link between regional and global teams.
• Lead and develop regional team, creating clarity of direction, strong accountability, and a culture of high performance and continuous learning to meet future business needs.
• Ensure local compliance with relevant regulations and specific industry standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or related field (advanced degree preferred).
• Several years of experience in technical leader role, or technical project management, or innovation leadership.
• Strong understanding of regional market dynamics and customer needs.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage complex portfolios.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to travel up to 15%.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in Semiconductor or Aerospace Industry beneficial

This position requires access to information or items that are export controlled under U.S. law. Any offer will be conditioned upon Gore obtaining export control authorization for the candidate under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), as required by the position.

What We Offer

Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise, we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for profit‑sharing. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits.

We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.

Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact

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