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Job TitleR&D Group Manager
Job Description
Were looking for a R&D Group Manager to join our R&D, Business Greater China & Growth Markets, Digital Solutions in Shanghai.

Working for Signify means being creative and adaptive. Our culture of continuous learning and commitment to diversity and inclusion creates an environment that allows you to build your skills and career. Together, were transforming our industry.

As the world leader in lighting, were constantly ahead of the curve. Through our leadership in connected lighting and the Internet of Things, were breaking new grounds in data analytics, AI, and smart homes, offices, cities and more!

Signify is one of the few companies in the world to achieve carbon neutrality and our next sustainability goals are even bolder: doubling our positive impact on the environment and society by 2025.

As a R&D Group Manager, you will be responsible for managing and allocating R&D resources to execute innovation projects for the businesses. Responsible for giving necessary direction to make progress on the technology front relevant for the business.

Were on the lookout for forward-thinking innovators with a passion for sustainability. If you match this description, get in touch!


What youll do



OPERATIONAL

Adapts and manages the R&D competences in line with strategy.
Translates the business product roadmap into an innovation / R&D program relevant for own group.
Defines long term technology and or competence vision, specifies the gaps to be bridged in order to be ready to execute the Mid-Long term offer road map.
Manages the R&D resources with strong focus on execution.
Secures that the right R&D resources are assigned to develop new and adapt existing "I2M offers".
Monitors progress and closes the loop.


FINANCIAL

Drives efficiency of own R&D group.
Ensures R&D budget compliance.


CUSTOMER

Drives Total Quality Management for Innovation activities.


PEOPLE

Ensure R&D people are trained, coached, motivated, developed, inspired, challenged.
You build the bench strength with appropriate profiles and manage performance.

Your qualifications

8+ years of experience in innovation with proven track record of developing new offers successfully up until launch.
3+ years of experience in managing R&D budgets in a business context.
3+ years of experience defining, managing and realizing innovation projects in a business context.
3+ years of experience in relevant competence area.
Proven track record in terms of managing risks and experience in the relevant application areas.
3+ years of experience with People management, coaching & leadership.


What youll get in return


Were offering multiple opportunities for career development, like mentoring, coaching and stretch assignments, with strong international exposure for dynamic profiles. Learning is fundamental to our culture. Through continuous learning, we are transforming the industry. You have the chance to learn every day, acquire new skills and perspectives through customized online programs, and on-the-job experiences.

See#SignifyLifethrough the eyes of our employees!