De Nora is an Italian multinational company, listed on the Euronext Milan stock exchange, a global provider of innovative technologies and solutions, and is recognized as a partner of choice for significant industrial electrochemical processes. Since its foundation in 1923, De Nora has been driven by the philosophy of continual improvement. Today, it is the world’s largest supplier of high-performing catalytic coatings and insoluble electrodes for electrochemical and industrial applications. It is also a leading supplier of equipment, systems, and processes for water disinfection and filtration. De Nora is committed to developing unconventional solutions to achieve the energy transition to decarbonization, the green hydrogen economy, and clean water for everyone. 

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De Nora is an Italian multinational company, listed on the Euronext Milan stock exchange, a global provider of innovative technologies and solutions, and is recognized as a partner of choice for significant industrial electrochemical processes. Today, it is the world’s largest supplier of high-performing catalytic coatings and insoluble electrodes for electrochemical and industrial applications. De Nora is committed to developing unconventional solutions to achieve the energy transition to decarbonization, the green hydrogen economy, and clean water for everyone. De Nora Water Technologies is a leading solutions provider for water treatment with extensive experience in energy, municipal, and industrial applications worldwide. 

OUR VISION: Leverage available talents as catalysts for a sustainable future.

OUR MISSION: Agility & green technologies for value creation.

Summary

The Director of New Product Development (NPD) is responsible for driving innovation and development of new products across the De Nora Water Technologies business unit globally. The role requires leading a talented team of engineers, designers and specialists to conceptualize, design, and bring to market innovative water treatment solutions that enhance our product portfolio and maintain our competitive edge.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a cross-functional team of engineers, and technology experts to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability,
• Product Development: Oversee the end-to-end product development process, including ideation and conceptualization, feasibility analysis, design, prototyping, testing, and validation, ensuring products meet quality and performance standards,
• Project Management: Effectively manage NPD project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure on-time and on-budget product launches,
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with other departments, including Product Management, Marketing, Sales, and Operations to ensure successful product launches and market penetration,
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all products meet regulatory and compliance standards related to water treatment and safety,
• Intellectual Property: Manage intellectual property strategies, including patents, trademarks, and trade secrets, to protect the company's innovations,
• Budget Management: Develop and manage the product development budget, making cost-effective decisions that maximize ROI,
• Strategic Planning: Stay abreast of industry trends, customer needs, and competitive offerings to identify opportunities for new product development. Implement comprehensive product development strategy aligned with De Nora’s long-term goals and market trends in the water treatment industry.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successfully launching innovative products in the water treatment sector,
• Strong understanding of water technologies, market dynamics, and regulatory requirements,
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills,
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities,
• Strategic thinker with a creative and innovative mindset,
• Project and/or Product Lifecycle management experience and proficiency with relevant software tools,
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry, or a related field; advanced degree preferred,
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in product development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role in the water treatment industry.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Professional Engineer (PE), Project Management (PMP) or Product Development (PDMA) certifications are a plus.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride of our diverse and inclusive environment. We aim to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities, who will enhance the quality of our products and services and contribute to the Group’s success. We are committed to prioritize talent, make people feel respected, appreciated, and free to fully express their potential.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride of our diverse and inclusive environment. We aim to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities, who will enhance the quality of our products and services and contribute to the Group’s success. We are committed to prioritize talent, make people feel respected, appreciated, and free to fully express their potential.