Director Of Research And Product Development
CurrentStrategic Leadership: Shape the strategic vision for engineering and research, aligning with company goals and market needs.Project Oversight: Manage project planning, execution, and delivery within scope, time, and budget, translating customer expectations into products.Innovation and R&D: Pursue new product development opportunities and technological advancements, leveraging technologies from suppliers, competitors, and customers.Team Leadership and Development: Mentor and develop R&PD teams, fostering continuous learning, collaboration, and excellence; suggest training tools and monitor team metrics.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with marketing, regulatory, quality, and manufacturing to ensure integrated product development and establish project priorities.Resource Management: Allocate departmental resources effectively, ensuring optimal use of personnel and equipment; oversee research and product development labs.Stakeholder Communication: Liaise between engineering/scientist teams and senior management, providing updates on projects and supporting strategic decisions with technical insights.Regulatory and Quality Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with industry regulations and quality standards, document all R&D phases, and uphold best practices.