Listgrove Ltd
Technical Manager
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Technical Manager
Location: Kent
Salary: £66,000 to £83,000
The Opportunity
The Technical Manager is responsible for all technical aspects of the product portfolio. Including:
- Developing/selecting formulations,
- Agreeing associated product performance claims,
- Managing MSDSs and related label elements, and
- Provision of technical service and training to staff and customers globally across all relevant geographies.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and deployment of product formulations for own-brand and private label products, ensuring compliance with performance standards and claims.
- Oversee product line technical maintenance, positioning and updating product performance and specifications to ensure competitive and compliant offerings.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with raw material suppliers, technology partners, and third-party manufacturers.
- Develop and manage product technical strategies, with a focus on:
- Cost reduction,
- Efficiency improvements,
- Product lifecycle management.
- Monitor market and industry trends to identify opportunities related to performance, pricing, and supply chain optimisation.
- Oversee technical training, product support, and engineering services for internal teams and customers across relevant regions.
- Provide technical guidance to support:
- Manufacturing,
- Supply chain,
- Procurement,
- Sales,
- Marketing activities.
- Oversee technical governance, regulatory compliance reporting, budgeting, and act as a representative within:
- Industry bodies,
- Global technical functions.
- Ensure regulatory compliance across the product portfolio, including:
- MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) management,
- Label compliance,
- Approvals,
- OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) requirements.
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Essential Qualifications and Experience
- Degree qualification in:
- Engineering,
- Science,
- Chemistry,
- Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Extensive experience in the lubricant segment:
- Lubes,
- Greases,
- Coolants.
- Experience in the lubricant sector with expertise in:
- Deployment Technology,
- R&D (Research and Development),
- TS&D (Technical Service & Development),
- Customer Technical Support.
- Knowledge of CDP (Chemical Data Protection) management.
- Strong understanding of regulatory compliance for oil and chemical products:
- ATIEL (Association Technique de l'Industrie des Lubrifiants Européennes),
- European specifications (ACEA),
- OEM specifications,
- REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals),
- VLS (Volatility Loss Specifications) and others.
- Exposure to a solid knowledge of formulations and raw materials, including base oils and additives:
- Understanding of petrochemical supply chain dynamics.
- High commercial acumen, complemented by:
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, sufficient to engage with stakeholders at all levels effectively.
- Proven capabilities in:
- Stakeholder management,
- Prioritisation,
- Project management,
- Time management.
- Fluent English language skills.
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Desirable Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s degree or MBA.
- Cross-cultural awareness and international business experience.
- Proven negotiation skills and ability to manage strategic supplier/customer dynamics.
- Experience identifying:
- Commercial growth opportunities,
- Technical growth opportunities.
- Experience using:
- SAP S/4HANA,
- Dashboard development tools.
- An understanding of product lifecycle management principles.
- Second language capability.
Application Notes
For reasons of better legibility, all personal designations equally apply to all genders (including male, female, and diverse identities).
For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Accordingly, proof of eligibility will be required with applications.
Applicants should email their full résumé along with stated salary expectations directly to:
Andy Zanin - Business Director T: +44 (0) 1789 207070 E: andy.zanin@listgrove.com
About Listgrove
Why select Listgrove?
- Five decades of market intelligence leadership.
- Unrivalled industry networks.
- Established as a recognised international brand.
- Supported by HR-qualified professionals.
For insights into our clients and their successes in talent/HR, explore our Case Studies page.
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