Position title Application Expert (M/F/d) Location Sappi Alfeld - Competence Center Self-Adhesive & Flexpack Solutions Position description We are looking for a new colleague who is responsible for the development of new products and product applications in line with the Sappi strategy, in new application fields or current portfolio improving Sappi'scompetitive position.
In this role you would also support the Technical Customer Service.
You will report to the Manager of the Competence Center Self-Adhesive & Flexpack Solutions.
Key result areas:
Arrange and lead innovation meetings with customers and brand owners to define new product opportunities.
Realise long term strategic collaboration with customers and brand owners.
Implementation and upscaling of complex product concepts and applications to Sappi's processes and optimising the product performance in the customer processes, creating competitive advantages or generating new business opportunities for Sappi.
Initiation, execution and coordination of upscaling and implementation ofcomplex development projects, both related to core or new businesses, assuring realisation of targets, specifications, planning and budget.
Efficient project management of projects with high complexity incorporating multi-disciplinary project teams (internal and external), and brand owners.
Manage stake holders expectation via proper communication, planning of priorities and capacities.
Ensure up to date reporting on progress suitable for informing higher management and steering committees.
Importante Azienda replacement of the Product Application Leader.
Your profile You have a degree in technical studies preferably paper engineer or comparable degree (e.g.
process engineer, chemical engineer) with extensive experience in the paper producing industry or equal You are sound professional and have management experience in paper production, ideally also in self-adhesive, flexible packaging or corrugated liner applications and product development You have sound communication and negotiation skills You are experienced in customer contacts You have very good knowledge of English