Senior R&D Manager (Structural Adhesives)

Location: On-site in St. Paul, Minnesota, United States

Salary: $136,000–$179,000 per year

Company

hirify.global develops functional coatings, adhesives, and sealants for customers across more than 30 market segments in 150 countries.

What you will do

• Lead, manage, coach, and develop a team of senior R&D professionals and coordinate professional staff or first-line supervisors.
• Translate organizational strategy into actionable team goals and objectives that deliver measurable business impact.
• Lead and prioritize multiple projects under tight timelines while managing resources, quality, stakeholder expectations, and results.
• Lead large global and cross-functional project teams across disciplines, functions, and regions.
• Provide technical leadership for global collaboration teams, R&D initiatives, and working groups.
• Collaborate with internal functions and customers or OEMs while working safely and efficiently.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of related experience, or B.S. plus 10 years, M.S. plus 8 years, or PhD plus 6 years.
• Strong technical background and knowledge of industrial research and development.
• Experience leading and managing cross-functional teams and fostering a collaborative, innovative work environment.
• Track record of successful product development and innovation from concept through commercialization.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, and monitoring of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for explaining complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, and intellectual property considerations in R&D activities.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment with initiative and drive for results.

Nice to have

• Expertise in polyurethane, epoxy, and acrylic structural adhesives.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative and innovative work environment with engagement across functions, regions, and customer organizations.
• Comprehensive employee benefits and health and wellness programs.
• 401(k) contributions.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Incentive and recognition programs.