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    Global Technical Director

    uren33 - 40 uur
    dienstverbandVast
    werk locatieRotterdam
    opleidingsniveauHBO
    brancheOverig

    Functieomschrijving

    IMCD - Global Technical Director - Lubricants & Energy

    • Posted 1 day ago
    • Full time
    • Rotterdam
    • Posted 1 day ago
    • Olijo

    Global Technical Director - Lubricants & Energy

    Strategic global leadership at the intersection of innovation, sustainability and technical excellence

    Add Element [E] to your daily formula

    At IMCD the Element E is yours to explore and enjoy.

    It is the missing element in the Periodic table of Elements, it is our own X-factor.

    It allows you to bind your ambitions and skills with emerging markets, innovative solutions, and bold future visions.

    IMCD is looking for a senior technical leader who can shape and execute the global technical strategy within our Lubricants & Energy business group. As Global Technical Director, you will lead cross-regional technical teams, drive innovation and sustainable solutions, and strengthen the link between technical excellence and commercial success.

    This is a high-impact role where you combine strategic leadership with deep technical know-how, and where your expertise directly contributes to business growth, supplier value and customer satisfaction.

    Key responsibilities

    Global Technical Leadership

    • Define and implement the global technical strategy for Lubricants & Energy.
    • Lead collaboration across regional teams and ensure global technical alignment.
    • Drive capability development and oversee technical infrastructure and lab investments.
    • Ensure continuous improvement and excellence in technical service delivery.

    Innovation & Customer Value

    • Guide teams in solving technical challenges with commercial impact
    • Develop new concepts and applications that address real customer needs.
    • Act as senior technical contact for strategic customers and suppliers.
    • Represent IMCD in technical seminars and forums.

    Segment Technical Expertise

    • Serve as segment expert for Driveline, Fuels and Industrial Oils.
    • Provide hands-on formulation, application and troubleshooting support.
    • Support sales during customer visits and deliver technical training sessions.
    • Maintain clear technical documentation for internal and external use.

    Business Development Support

    • Work closely with Business Development to assess new technologies and suppliers.
    • Conduct market and portfolio gap analyses to identify opportunities.
    • Ensure technical readiness for onboarding new suppliers/products.
    • Provide strategic feedback to suppliers on market needs.

    What you bring

    Required:

  • Degree in Chemistry or Mechanical Engineering.
  • 10+ years' experience in technical, commercial or business development roles within Lubricants & Fuels.
  • Deep technical knowledge of specialty raw materials (especially Driveline, Fuels). Engine oils, Industrial Oils, Metalworking fluids and Greases experience are also desired.
  • Experience leading technical teams and driving measurable performance.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Fluent in English.
  • Willingness to travel (approx. 25%).
  • Skilled with CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
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