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IMCD - Global Technical Director - Lubricants & Energy

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• Full time
• Rotterdam
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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.