Be part of something bigger!
As the world and the way people live is changing, at Bekaert we believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. Our ambition is to be the leading partner for shaping the way we live and move. And to always do this the Bekaert Way – safe, smart, and sustainable.
With a heritage of more than years, we continue to strengthen our core competencies that have made Bekaert a global market and technology leader in material science of steel wire transformation and coating technologies. Today, we also apply our expertise beyond steel to create new solutions with innovative materials and services for markets including new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.
As a dynamic and growing company with over 27, employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost € 7 billion in combined revenue in, we're looking for someone like you to join our team!
Why join us?
1. Personal Growth – Let us help you unlock your full potential
2. Pioneering – Join us to challenge the impossible
3. Creativity - Discover possibilities beyond steel
4. Purpose – Drive progress for our planet and people
5. Diversity – Together, we create change
About the role
As an Innovation Platform Leader you will manage the strategic focus area of the Rubber Reinforcement (RR) innovation by defining the right scope, by building deep insights of the strategic focus area and by facilitating resources to translate the idea discovery into business concepts.
Your Impact as an Innovation Platform Leader:
6. Refine and update the scope of the strategic focus area together with Head of discovery, build deep insight on relevant mega-trends, on customer strategy & potential needs and on emerging technologies.
7. Form the idea pipeline, prioritize based on the insights, and propose the ideas into discovery.
8. Mobilize resources to translate the discovery of ideas into business concepts.
9. Closely monitor the change of external market, customer needs and the progress of projects/programs, ensuring the right focus and direction of the innovation pipeline.
10. Work closely with head of discovery management, technology and M&S team and build a strong connection with external and internal key stakeholders.
About You
Essential skills & competencies
11. Solid business mindset, strong story telling ability, can communicate effectively with people with diverse background
12. Deep understanding of tire application and solid knowledge of tire cord manufacturing process
13. Strong learning ability and curiosity to new opportunities
14. Strong conceptual thinking to converge information into concept
15. Master degree with mechanical / material / chemical background, MBA preferable
16. Excellent communication in English
Will you dare to take the next step?
Join us to unlock your full potential AND have a true impact in pushing the boundaries of what is possible.
We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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