Head of Product Development LPS (x|f|m)

For the Sartorius Lab Instruments GmbH & Co. KG  we are currently looking for a Head of Product Development (x|f|m) at our headquarters in Goettingen. In this position you will be responsible for the setup of an efficient and future oriented infrastructure to drive all product development activities in alignment with the business strategy of the division. The Head of Product Development (x|f|m) will oversee all Product Development areas in the division – instruments, reagents, consumables and software. Shape the future with us by positioning the LPS division as a leader in technological innovation and continuously delivering products that redefine market expectations.  Growwithus – YourResponsibilitiesDefine the global product development roadmap in close co-operation with Product Management to address existing customer pain points and anticipate future needsDevelop technical capability and technology roadmap to meet the divisions strategy and ensure alignment with the business goals and product roadmapsWorking closely with product marketing and operations teams to deliver new and enhanced profitable products on time and within budgetEnsure a robust stage-gate process for all new innovations to ensure timely achievement of all milestonesDiscover and implement new technologies that yield competitive advantageDevelop communication strategies to pitch new technologies and product developments to all stakeholdersHire and develop employees and managers in a distributed and global environmentEnsure a constant review of technical and process innovations from the market and scientific institutionsEnsure that technical innovations in the market are taken into consideration when new products are developedInterface with Corporate Research for leading edge technologies as well as with Bio-Process DivisionParticipate in in-organic growth strategy development and executionAct as the technical voice of their division in the leadership team regarding products and applicationsAct as an LPS advocate, technical expert and thought leader for industry and customers addressing regulators, opinion leaders and key customersWhat will convinceusMaster’s degree in engineering / Natural Science, PhD would be advantageousLeading edge technical know-how in Life SciencesStrong leadership skills to manage multiple departments and teamsEffective communication and presentation skills to translate complex technical matters to stakeholders and non-technical staffAbility to build appropriate environments to foster talents, innovation and delivery of effective development strategiesAbility to anticipate and develop plans to address technological challengesProven ability to set up and structure a global product development team based on a strategic R&D roadmapAbility to oversee and steer a complex set of product development programs and to control the programs by Key Performance Indicators and cockpit logicAbility to interface with all levels within org from employee to C-levelAbility to conduct in-depth technological analyses and researchStrategic thinker and Problem solverFluent in English both written and verbal, German is a plusWhatweofferAs a growing global life science company, stock listed on the DAX and TecDAX, Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits : Personal and Professional Development : Mentoring, leadership programs, Talent Talks, LinkedIn Learning, internal seminar offerings , coaching for managersWork life balance : Remote options, flextime, flexible work schedulesLarge, modern campus : Open office spaces, terraces, company restaurant with vegetarian and vegan options, cozy Italian bistro with ice cream sales, fitness studio and daycare centerMaking an impact right from the start : Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform even before joining, Welcome Workshops, "buddy" as point of contactTravel benefits : Car leasing, bike leasing, large free parking garage, good bus connectionsWelcoming Culture : Mutual support, teamspirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics, such as coaching, agile working and business women networkAbout Sartorius Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide. We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application. SummaryLocation : Goettingen; Home Office United Kingdom; Home Office France; Home Office United States of AmericaType : Full time