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Product Technical Lead, Chemistry

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire

Expire in: 2 days

Job Description

Product Technical Lead, Chemistry - 6896

Location
Gloucester

Hours
Full Time, Permanent

Salary
Up to £50,000 per annum DOE

Our client is recruiting for a Product Technical Lead to oversee the full lifecycle of products, from concept and development through to production, delivery and post-launch support. This role will involve leading new product development, providing technical expertise, and collaborating across multiple departments to ensure product performance and commercial success.

Key Responsibilities of a Product Technical Lead:

  * Work with internal stakeholders and external customers to understand requirements, market trends and industry drivers

  * Lead research and development activities for new products

  * Provide technical support for existing product ranges

  * Support production teams with process and product-related guidance

  * Collaborate with supply chain teams to ensure manufacturability and successful product delivery

  * Support sales and commercial teams with technical expertise and product knowledge

  * Communicate product development progress and outputs to senior leadership teams

  * Ensure products remain compliant with relevant standards and regulations

  * Monitor product performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives

  * Align cross-functional teams throughout the product lifecycle

  * Identify, document and protect intellectual property generated during product development

  * Develop cost estimates and budgets for new product development

  * Monitor product-related capital expenditure (CERs) and ensure alignment with spending targets

  * Evaluate the cost implications of design, material and manufacturing decisions

  * Support pricing strategies through technical input on product value and cost structure

  * Identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiencies

  * Provide budget and cost planning for customer-specific testing and validation activities

Key Skills of a Product Technical Lead:

  * Experience working with fireproof coatings (including intumescent coatings)

  * Strong understanding of silicone chemistry

  * Experience with fabric coatings

  * Strong technical problem-solving skills and product development experience

  * Ability to collaborate effectively across technical, manufacturing and commercial teams

  * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Qualifications & Experience:

  * MSc in Chemistry or Materials Science (essential)

  * Previous experience within product development, technical leadership or materials-based manufacturing environments

Application Details

To apply, please email your CV or call Zee Powell on (phone number removed) for more information.

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