Global Director Research & Development

The organisation

Our client Royal Nedschroef leverages its engineering expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to deliver innovative connecting solutions that drive efficiency. Nedschroef is a leader in metal forming, manufacturing parts and machinery. Headquartered in the region Eindhoven, the Netherlands, the company employs 2,500 people and has production facilities, sales offices and distribution centers at 20 locations worldwide.

The position

You will lead a highly skilled team of engineering professionals (twenty one in total) across different countries (Spain, Bulgaria, China etcetera). Additionally, you will indirectly manage the Engineering Managers in various production facilities. You will report to the Senior Business Development & Sales in the organization. There is a great emphasis on R&D, but the Sales and Development Teams want to be better linked. (Therefore this joint reporting line). As a consequence of the ambitious nature and challenges of the board, your long-term objective will be the growth of your department.

• he or she provides leadership to teams which develop Nedschroef’s products, parts, materials, standards for the future; 
• he or she develops also open-minded and creative individuals, fosters and builds Nedschroef's know-how and passion, and forms the best teams;
• as a result, he or she contributes to full customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

Under supervision of the Global Director Research and Development, engineering processes and projects are managed, goals are achieved, and a significant contribution to product strategy is in ensured.

There is a special focus on joint developments with the “Tier 1 suppliers”, this is for long-term partnerships. Mutual investments (tooling, machines or equipment) and contract management issues are primarily part of these involvements. 

You should feel comfortable in a “bridge builder” role between different disciplines; such as operations and technology.
 

The Global Director Research and Development takes full ownership of technical, project, and people leadership for a team of engineers, developing the next generation of products and parts. He or she ensures the best technical direction to deliver world-class product innovation from initial concept through end of life, including advanced development and sustaining projects.

Candidate profile

You have completed a higher education or master’s in the field of technology; for example mechanical engineering. Furthermore, you have at least ten years engineering experience and, of course, management/ leadership skills. Moreover, you are an excellent communicator. Experience in the world of manufacturing or industry (Automotive (Suppliers) would be beneficial but not strictly necessary) is highly desirable. Individuals with a background in test or measurement environments are also very welcome. You have strategic insight and are capable of translating a technology roadmap into a strategic plan through execution. You have extensive experience in project management and change management. Due to the nature of this international position, you are fluent in English (German is a plus) and are willing to travel when needed (approx. 10%). You promote the core values of Nedschroef: Leadership and initiative, effective engagement, adaptablity and resilience, planning and execution. Finally, you are a people manager with excellent leadershipskills.

Interested?

You can apply for this position by using the link below. For more information please contact Guido Klaassen at + 31 (0)6 55 38 40 24.

There will be several interview rounds with representatives from Lodiers & Partners (week 25 and 26) and with our client (week 27). A personality questionnaire (Lumina) is part of this procedure.