Ash. Ind. Nederland BV
Are you the kind of person that is always thinking, sketching, seeking , and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are you a passionate, tenacious, solver who loves to work with others who share your drive? Are you positive, constructive, and ingenious?
Then we would like to meet you and bet you would like to meet us.
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Team l eader, Hair Care Innovation to join the Personal Care business unit at our Zwijndrecht innovation center. This is a central , visible, and significant role within the Personal Care team and at the R&D function at Ashland . This position will report to the Global Hair Care R&D Manager and will be based at our Zwijndrecht (NL) site.
The Senior Team l eader, Hair Care Innovation, will be responsible for implementing, executing the Hair Care R&D strategy and leading our Hair Care R&D team in Zwijndrecht . This position will be accountable for ensuring the delivery of R&D initiatives in support of the H air C are division i n Personal Care .
The Senior Team l eader, Hair Care Innovation, will provide oversight for decision-making to prioritize project d e livery , including agility in efficient use of resources across the network to meet business goals. The individual will work closely with the global and regional Hair Care Marketing teams to execute growth strategies and work closely with Central R&D in developing new technologies . This position will be responsible for building talent and capabilities in Zwi j ndrecht across the segment to ensure the current and future health of the Personal C are organization in EMEA collaborating cross- functionally and delivering a high level of performance.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
Ph.D. in chemistry, chemical engineering, biology, physics, or related scientific/technical discipline required .
Significant experience operating in a global technical and business environment, preferably in nature derived polymers , surfactants, and specialty ingredients .
Skills you will bring to the table through prior practices:
L eadership skills, as evidenced by a track record of hiring, retaining , developing, and motivating top-tier scientific talent.
Application
For further information about this position you may contact Michael Franzke, Principal Scientist Personal Care R&D at [email protected].
If you are interested in this position, please apply directly via Workday.
In more than 100 countries, the people of Ashland LLC. (NYSE: ASH) provide the specialty chemicals, technologies and insights to help customers create new and improved products for today and sustainable solutions for tomorrow. Our chemistry is at work every day in a wide variety of markets and applications, including architectural coatings, automotive, construction, energy, personal care and pharmaceutical. Visit www.ashland.com to see the innovations we offer.
At Ashland our vision is to be a leading, global specialty chemicals company whose inspired and engaged employees add value to all we touch. In fact our people, employees, customers and vendors define who we are. They are the driving force behind everything we do.
Not only do we value our customers but we value our employees, and we work to offer them a dynamic and challenging environment. We hold ourselves to high standards at Ashland, and we value integrity and honesty.
Ashland has a history of attracting the best people and keeping them. The reasons are simple: industry competitive salary and benefits, pay-for-performance incentive plans and a diverse work environment where employees feel challenged and valued. People come to Ashland and stay. As a growing Fortune 500 specialty chemicals company, we offer opportunities for development and advancement throughout our global organization. Our values define who we are and what we care about as a company. If you are looking for a relationship with a company instead of simply a job, this may be a great fit.
Ashland is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. NOTE: We do not accept resumes from external staffing agencies or independent recruiters for any of our openings unless we have a signed recruiting agreement in place to fill a specific position.
