Director, Processes and R&D Excellence Job at Valmet Inc. (Tampere)

Director Food Safety, Process Authority

This position has overall responsibility for the safety and stability of the Com...

Location

United States , Camden

Salary:

147400.00 - 211900.00 USD / Year

THE VAIL CORPORATION

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Engineering or related field with 15+ years of relevant experience in Thermal Processing, or a combination of Thermal Processing, Food Engineering, Food R&D / QA
Minimum of 15 years' relevant experience in the Food Industry, with 5 or more years in Thermal Processing of Campbell products or equivalent
Extensive knowledge of food science, microbiology, engineering principles, calculus, computers, thermal process equipment and instrumentation is required
Must have excellent judgement, problem solving and decision-making skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Job Responsibility

Reviews and approves process requirements developed by Thermal Process Specialists and works with the Specialists to develop the appropriate supporting detailed process establishment documentation
Evaluates process deviations from manufacturing by analyzing results and recommendations from Thermal Process Specialists' testing and decides on final disposition of product
Sets Company policies regarding Food Safety standards for thermal processing
Sets qualification criteria for new products to be manufactured and qualification of new equipment
Makes decisions regarding computer programs employed by the Process Safety group for thermal process analysis and automated systems used by manufacturing for deviation analysis
Acts as a Thermal Process Specialist, when needed, for a business, brand or product
Supports external PD and co-manufacturing initiatives by conducting thermal process audits/assessments
Provides guidance and critical review of new technologies for thermal processing
Provides leadership to the Process Safety team through mentorship, guidance and direct supervision

What we offer

medical
dental
short and long-term disability
AD&D
life insurance
matching 401(k) plan
unlimited sick time
paid time off
holiday pay
free access to the fitness center

Fulltime

R&D Director

We are seeking an R&D Director in our Fernox business to implement the global R&...

Location

Salary:

Not provided

MacDermid Alpha

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong background in the HVAC sector
At least 7–10 years of R&D experience
Minimum of a degree-level education
Exceptional communication skills
Proven track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams
Proven track record of developing high-performing R&D groups
Proven track record of driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance technical service capabilities
Deep technical expertise in chemistry, materials science, or engineering (preferably water treatment or HVAC-related)
Strong innovation management and product development experience
Strategic thinking with the ability to balance long-term vision and short-term delivery

Job Responsibility

Implement the global R&D and innovation strategy
Drive the development of differentiated, sustainable, and commercially viable technologies
Bridge scientific research, product development, and market application
Be responsible for the functional teams: chemistry, engineering, and digital innovation as well as Technical Services and Laboratories
Accountable for all technical aspects of new product development and existing technologies
Foster a culture of scientific excellence, experimentation, and continuous learning
Work closely with Product Management to deliver the end-to-end innovation process from ideation through to commercialization
Prioritize projects based on technical feasibility, customer value, and commercial impact
Implement robust stage-gate processes, project management and KPIs to track progress and ROI
Collaborate closely with the Strategic Marketing and Product Management teams to translate customer insights into R&D priorities

What we offer

Competitive base salary
Generous performance related bonus scheme
Matched pension up to 8% of base salary
Private medical insurance
Life insurance
Cashplan
25 days holiday in addition to public holidays

Senior Director, R&D Bangalore

The Sr Director, R&D Bangalore is responsible for leading a large R&D team compr...

Location

India , Bangalore

Salary:

Not provided

Danaher Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

18–20 years of R&D experience
10+ years in leadership roles, preferably within bioprocessing or life sciences
advanced degree in engineering or related scientific discipline preferred
proven ability to lead global, cross-cultural teams in product development and research
demonstrated success in systems engineering and scientific innovation, driving new product development, lifecycle management, and strategic programs
expertise in structured development processes, including toll-gate reviews, stakeholder alignment, and integration of engineering and scientific principles across business functions
strong capability to anticipate trends, navigate ambiguity, and build technology strategies that leverage AI, software-driven solutions, and advanced analytics for bioprocessing applications
deep understanding of customer needs and scientific challenges, with a track record of translating insights into impactful solutions and building enduring global stakeholder relationships

Job Responsibility

Lead a multidisciplinary R&D organization driving scientific innovation and systems engineering excellence for Bioprocessing applications
Partner with global Cytiva Business Units and senior technical leadership to deliver research, product development, and life cycle programs
Define and implement robust systems engineering practices across complex instrument platforms
Drive architecture decisions, risk management, and system-level verification and validation
Champion scientific rigor in bioprocessing solutions, leveraging emerging technologies in AI, machine learning, advanced sensors, and computational modeling
Collaborate closely with software development teams to embed intelligent algorithms, predictive analytics, and automation into instrument platforms
Identify breakthrough opportunities with Cytiva business units and establish technology strategies for next-generation platforms
Lead a team of scientists, systems engineers, and technical leaders, ensuring high engagement and performance
Attract, develop, and retain top scientific and technical talent
Lead and execute charters for cross Danaher India R&D Board in line with strategic priorities

What we offer

Broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives
health care program
paid time off

Director of Analytics – Growth

We are seeking a Director of Analytics to lead analytics-driven growth initiativ...

Location

Israel , Petah Tikva

Salary:

Not provided

Global-e

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of experience in analytics roles
3+ years of proven experience in leading analytics teams, with a focus on mentoring, developing, and enhancing team capabilities
Experience in B2B companies, preferrably from the eCommerce, SaaS, or marketplace industries
Strong experience working with Sales, Customer Success, and CRO organizations
Demonstrated customer-facing experience (QBRs, exec presentations, strategic discussions)
Excellent English (verbal and written), able to communicate complex insights clearly
Strong business acumen with clear understanding of revenue drivers and the ability to influence senior stakeholders
Advanced analytical skills (funnels, cohorts, segmentation, modeling, product analytics)
Strong SQL experience with a solid understanding of databases
Familiarity with BI and visualization platforms experience (Qlik Sense, Tableau, Power BI, or similar)

Job Responsibility

Lead analytics-driven growth initiatives focused on customer acquisition, expansion, and monetization
Partner closely with the CRO, Sales leadership, and Customer Success Managers to identify growth levers, support customers’ analytics requests, and optimize revenue and Conversion rates performance
Manage and develop a high-performing analytics team, setting clear expectations for analytical rigor, problem definition, and insight storytelling
Coach and mentor analysts with a strong focus on business impact and customer-facing insight delivery
Act as a customer-facing analytics leader, participating in QBRs, executive reviews, and strategic customer conversations
Own the customer and sales data domain, including metric definitions, data consistency, and integrity
Proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve data quality and data reliability issues in partnership with BI, R&D, and Product
Work closely with Product and R&D teams to influence roadmap decisions through data and customer insights
Define KPIs, dashboards, and measurement frameworks that align analytics output with business outcomes
Independently initiate and lead cross-functional analytics projects from concept through delivery and impact measurement

Director, Operations, AI Innovation

The Director, Operations is the strategic architect of our efforts. You are resp...

Location

United States , Philadelphia

Salary:

Not provided

Fingerpaint Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in project management and operations, program management, or innovation management, preferably within an agency or technology environment
The 'Change' Mindset: Understanding that this team’s 'client' is often the agency itself. You have experience managing internal transformation initiatives or R&D programs where success is measured by value
The AI Literacy: You understand the operational realities of the modern AI stack (APIs, token usage, model fine-tuning) and how to budget for them
The Connector: Proven ability to partner with diverse stakeholders—from Product Managers and Engineers to Legal and Finance—to drive consensus and move complex initiatives forward
The Tools: Proficiency in operational platforms (e.g., Jira, Asana, Workfront) and the ability to use data to tell the story of the team's impact
The Leadership: Excellent communication and executive leadership skills, with the ability to advocate for new ways of working in a matrixed organization

Job Responsibility

Operationalizing Innovation: Design and manage the lifecycle of innovation deliverables, defining clear operational pathways for how a project moves from 'loose experiment' to 'reliable internal tool'
Remove friction from the development process, ensuring that Creative Technologists and Engineers have the infrastructure and processes they need to build and iterate rapidly
Oversee the operational rollout of new AI agents and workflows to the broader agency, ensuring that innovation translates into tangible efficiency gains for account and creative teams
Product & Project Oversight: Partner with Product Management to provide operational structure to the roadmap, ensuring that R&D efforts are resourced realistically and aligned with the agency’s broader strategic priorities
Establish agile-inspired frameworks for delivery that allow for iteration and discovery, rather than rigid waterfall adherence
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration, acting as the connector who ensures that our AI solutions are actually solving the right problems for our internal partners and clients
Resource Stewardship & Impact Analysis: Manage the AI investment budget, overseeing technology costs (compute, tokens, enterprise licensing) and optimizing spend to maximize the agency's R&D runway
Move beyond standard profitability metrics to define and track the true ROI of our work (e.g., hours saved, speed-to-market acceleration, quality improvements)
Oversee resource allocation for the team, protecting time for deep-work exploration while ensuring we deliver on critical internal milestones
Governance Enablement: Partner with Agency Legal, Governance, and Policy roles to co-develop frameworks that enable innovation while managing risk

Executive Director, Medicine Development Leader

GSK is seeking a highly skilled Executive Director, Medicine Development Leader ...

Location

United States; United Kingdom , Waltham; London; Stevenage; Collegeville

Salary:

242250.00 - 403750.00 USD / Year

GSK

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Advanced degree including MD, PhD, PharmD, MBA, MS
Drug development expertise in the global pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry
Filing experience with BLA/NDA/MAA submissions as a core responsibility
Experience in the entirety of drug development across the R&D/commercial life cycle including Discovery, late-stage Development, Regulatory, Manufacturing Medical and Commercial
Experience in product development and/or commercialization, in late phase development (from clinical PoC onwards), clinical trial management, post-approval studies, regulatory and manufacturing compliance
Experience leading teams in a complex, matrixed, global and multi-disciplinary organization with high accountability, minimal authority and multiple lines of reporting
Experience working with regulators and with regulatory requirements including legal and government frameworks within and across global geographies
Experience creating the strategy for pre- and post-marketing studies and driving the lifecycle process
Experience building budgets and leading the strategic and budget planning process
Experience the healthcare environment, and access in all major markets

Job Responsibility

Act as a single point of accountability in GSK for all aspects of a medicine being developed globally, from proof of clinical activity (POC) to Approval in all major market(s)
Work closely with the Early Development Lead (EDL) and Medicine Commercial Lead (MCL) to ensure a smooth transition of the lead indication(s) from the EDL upon achievement of clinical PoC and to the MCL upon Approval in first major market(s)
Post-approval, provide key support to the Medicine Commercial Team (MCT) in the first major markets ensuring the MDT provides optimal support to registration, including Post-Marketing Requirements (PMRs) and life cycle management (LCM) in the major markets
Work with the functional line Heads supporting RIIRU to select MDT members and lead this multi-disciplinary matrix team, supporting differentiated development for team members, owning the performance of the MDT and partnering with Line Managers to drive performance
Partner with the Pipeline Project Manager (PPM), energize and motivate the MDT to drive a high performing team and operational delivery of the project, including setting team objectives to ensure successful project delivery, including options for acceleration, parallel indication development and smart risk-taking.
Partner with R&D Business Development, leading the development planning for a prospective in-licensed asset by bringing together input from the relevant functions and TA experts to develop a Medicine Profile (MP) and development plans including but not limited to clinical feasibility, regulatory planning and CMC risk mitigation
Leads the cross-functional MDT to: Establish a compelling vision for the medicine and Target Medicine Profile (TMP) which positions the medicine within the R&D strategy taking the competitive landscape into account, translating GSK’s strategy into asset strategy and actionable plans for multiple areas or functions
Deliver differentiated medicines of value for patients, stakeholders and markets through an evidence package that supports regulatory approval, market access and the product’s life cycle
Prioritize and maximize the asset’s development options including developing multiple indications
Partner with the Global Medical Lead (GML) and MCL to develop an indication expansion and LCM plan for the asset.

What we offer

Annual bonus
Eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program
Health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
Retirement benefits
Paid holidays
Vacation
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave

Fulltime

Senior Director of Process Engineering

Are you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you...

Location

United States

Salary:

196000.00 - 324000.00 USD / Year

NeoGenomics Laboratories

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field required or equivalent work experience required
Master’s degree preferred
12 or more years of experience in process engineering, laboratory automation, or technology transfer within clinical diagnostics or biotechnology, including 7 or more years in a leadership role required
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
Proven expertise in technology transfer and laboratory automation
Strong knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and operational excellence methodologies
Experience navigating systems for laboratory workflows, including LIMS
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects
Knowledge of regulatory requirements for clinical laboratories (CLIA, CAP, FDA)
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Job Responsibility

Provide strategic leadership for engineering projects and initiatives within the laboratory, and manage engineering teams, contractors, and external vendors to ensure on-time, on-budget project delivery
Drive operational excellence through best practices in process optimization, quality, and efficiency
Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, overseeing resource allocation and providing strategic guidance on priorities
Identify, develop and execute automation strategies that enhance laboratory workflows, reduce turnaround times, and increase reliability in a cost-effective manner
Lead internal and external technology transfer initiatives across all clinical modalities
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and cost optimization while supporting automation strategies that drive efficiency and scalability, leveraging Lean Six Sigma principles
Collaborate with QA and Compliance teams to ensure all deliverables meet regulatory and quality standards
Ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, NYSDOH, and other relevant regulations
Apply product development life cycle processes to design and implement new solutions for laboratory operations
Partner with R&D, Lab Operations, QA, and IT to align technology transfer and automation objectives with organizational goals

What we offer

Career coaches internally
Many training opportunities
Highly competitive benefits with a variety HMO and PPO options
Company 401k match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Tuition reimbursement
Leadership development
Start employees off with 16 days of paid time off plus holidays
Wellness courses
Highly engaged employee resource groups

Fulltime

Global Category Associate Director- Data Analytics and AI Platforms

We are seeking an individual who thrives in ambiguity, capable of driving catego...

Location

India , Hyderabad

Salary:

Not provided

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Familiarity with procurement platforms such as Ariba, as well as ERP systems and advanced analytics tools to support decision-making and process automation
Excellent problem solving and organizational skills
Experience leading large, cross-functional teams and managing complex global projects in a matrixed environment
Experience managing analytics and AI/ML software procurement
Understanding of cloud data ecosystems (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, AWS/Azure/Google AI)
Strong analytical skills with ability to assess large data sets and supplier performance
Doctorate degree and 14 years of Global Strategic Sourcing, Procurement or Commercial experience OR Master’s degree and 15 to 17 years & above experience of Global Strategic Sourcing, Procurement or Commercial experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 17-18 years of Global Strategic Sourcing, Procurement or Commercial experience
And 2 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leading teams, projects, or programs.

Job Responsibility

Lead and evolve the category strategy for Data Analytics and AI Platforms, enabling Amgen to leverage data-driven insights across R&D, Commercial, Operations and G&A functions
Partner with Digital, Data Science, and IT leaders to standardize platforms such as data lakes, analytics, and AI/ML environments
Evaluate emerging suppliers in data, AI, and predictive analytics to incorporate innovation responsibly
Design contracts balancing access to innovation with compliance, governance, and cost efficiency
Develop multi-year sourcing roadmaps to ensure data and AI platforms meet enterprise growth and compliance needs
Provide strategic oversight as the global lead for Software category and sourcing, ensuring alignment between category strategies and Amgen’s evolving business needs
Act as a trusted advisor to ensure that procurement initiatives are aligned with broader organizational objectives
Guide and facilitate collaboration across cross-functional teams and regional stakeholders
Ensure that all Software procurement activities are managed in compliance with regulatory, contractual, and operational risk requirements
Partner with Legal, Compliance, Data Privacy, and Cybersecurity teams to maintain oversight of risk mitigation strategies

Director, Processes and R&D Excellence

Valmet Inc.

Location:
Finland; Portugal , Tampere ▼
Ovar

Category:
Research and Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 09, 2026

Expiration:
January 23, 2026

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