An opportunity has arisen to join the R&D Leadership Team as the R&D Strategic Manager. Based in Rolle, Switzerland, the role reports directly to the Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) and works cross-functionally with R&D Vice Presidents from diverse segments, including Human Nutrition, Animal and Pet Nutrition, Health & Wellness, Precision Fermentation, Oil Seeds, Carbohydrate Solutions, Research Process and Development. The candidate will work in a dynamic environment, supporting the processes, operations and communications aligned to the global R&D strategy, with scope for continued professional development.
Your responsibilities:
1. Support the CSO with strategic R&D initiatives, processes and deliverables.
2. Work cross-functionally within the R&D Leadership team, staying connected to key developments in R&D, as well as business growth and market demands.
3. Develop strategic material for the global R&D organization.
4. Foster a culture of innovation and excellence.
5. Manage and prioritize concurrent projects within a dynamic environment.
6. Drive independent and collaborative projects.
7. Planning, agendas, KPI and portfolio reporting.
8. Facilitate communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams to drive project success and operational efficiency.
Your profile:
1. Excellent organizational, analytical and planning skills.
2. Proven track record in strategic planning, project management, and cross-functional collaboration.
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
4. Ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner to targeted audiences.
5. Experience in corporate R&D, interacting with diverse departments would be advantageous.
6. Willingness to travel occasionally as ADM is an international company with R&D facilities across multiple locations.
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