Job Description

In the role of a Research and Development Group Leader at our Bolton site in the Fire team you will be responsible for:

• To innovate and develop new/improved products and support existing product/raw material portfolio.
• To organise and execute allocated project work within agreed deadlines, in accordance with procedures and test methods laid down in the Laboratory Manual and certification standards
• To operate as a team member, assisting colleagues where required.
• To present results, develop conclusions and suggest/propose further work.
• To represent the Company when required at test laboratories and customer sites. This may include travel for an extended period to support R&D projects.
• To conduct/lead R&D investigations into product related complaints and feedback through the R&D management team.
• To represent the department on site wide initiatives in support of continuous improvement and product introductions.
• To encourage and develop a team culture both within own team and across the department.
• Manages employee performance, by setting clear expectations, coaching for success, addressing performance concerns and holding them accountable.
• Enables and delivers effective coaching, training and development for individuals and the team.
• Achievement of effective communication both within own team and between teams.
• Ensure a proactive approach to implementation of all H & S and security requirements.
• To provide technical assistance and offer advice to internal and external customers.
• Act as custodian of the R&D test facilities and equipment where required to support R&D department.
• Supports the transfer of knowledge and information throughout Sherwin-Williams.
• Follows procedures to ensure high quality output, taking action to address any issues.
• Follows standards for excellence; takes responsibility to ensure consistent high standard of working.

The education, knowledge and behaviours ideally required for the role include:

Qualifications/ Experience:

• BSc Chemistry or Equivalent Higher Education Qualification
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Knowledge:

• Experience of managing/supervising technical personnel or leading projects.
• Proven track record of commercial delivery.
• Ability to interact with customers (Internal and External).
• High level of Coatings knowledge (Essential).
• Experience of Passive Fire Protection (Ideal).

Personal Qualities and Behaviours:

• A creative and innovative thinker
• Driven to succeed and self-motivated
• A good commercial understanding of how organisations operate
• Ability to organise and lead a team to achieve their goals
• Values strong team work.
• Decision maker and problem solver
• Inspirational and strong leadership qualities. Excellent interpersonal, influencing, coaching and negotiating skills.
• A proven track record in managing change within a diverse environment. An articulate communicator both written and verbal.
• Ability to effectively build and manage relationships. Has enthusiasm and patience to develop others.
• Numerically astute with the ability to analyse data and drive the appropriate action
• Professional and positive attitude with a high standard of work ethics
• Passionate about sustaining standards as a base from which to improve. Produces dynamic and creative but appropriate improvement.
• Proficient at producing and presenting proposals and able to demonstrate objective analytical skills and business acumen. Systematic. Completer finisher. Good Project management skills.
• Continuous improvement is a core value.
• Passionate about recognizing good performance and not accepting poor performance

Basic Qualification:

Please note you will need the existing right to work in the country you apply for. Sherwin-Williams is unable to sponsor work permits or visas.

Please note that Sherwin Williams is unable to respond to any enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Equal Opportunity

An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other consideration prohibited by law.

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