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Technical Manager - Detergency Chemistry

Hybrid in Madrid·Added 26 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

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Work mode: Hybrid, Madrid
Contract: Permanent
Education: University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

University degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related disciplines.
Experience in the detergent sector, professional cleaning, or related chemical products.
Solid knowledge of detergent and cleaning product formulation.
Experience in legislation and regulations applicable to the chemical sector.
Knowledge of raw materials, surfactants, additives, and manufacturing processes.
Experience in managing external suppliers and manufacturers.
Ability to operate in both technical and commercial environments.
Organized, autonomous, practical, and results-oriented profile.
Ability to negotiate, influence, and coordinate internal and external interlocutors.
Availability to conduct visits to customers and suppliers within the national territory.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Strategic position with a direct impact on the business.
Wide autonomy and decision-making capacity.
Dynamic environment where the technical side plays a key role in the company's growth.
Professional development towards a reference position within the organization.
Stable project within a growing company.

We are looking for a person who enjoys chemistry, but also wants to be close to the customer, the suppliers, and the business. A professional capable of converting technical knowledge into real and profitable solutions for the market.

The role

We are looking for a professional with technical experience in the detergent sector to lead the definition, evolution, and control of the product portfolio, acting as the main interlocutor with manufacturers and suppliers, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing technical support to both customers and internal teams.

Chemist, detergent sector
Leading Spanish business group in the sector

What you'll do

Reporting to the company's General Management, the position combines technical knowledge, supplier management, customer contact, and team coordination:

Lead the development and optimization of cleaning and detergent product formulations.
Define technical specifications, quality criteria, and functional requirements for products.
Supervise and coordinate manufacturing carried out by external suppliers.
Select, approve, and negotiate with raw material manufacturers and suppliers.
Ensure compliance with the legislation applicable to the sector.
Manage technical documentation, safety data sheets, labeling, and regulatory requirements.
Provide technical support to the sales team and participate in meetings with customers.
Analyze customer needs and propose adapted technical solutions.
Monitor incidents, product quality, and field performance.
Coordinate a small technical team consisting of two people.
Identify opportunities for improvement, innovation, and range expansion for other product families, such as plastics and cellulose.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews

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Consultant contact
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If they see that your experience and motivations fit the values and needs of a hiring company, they will contact you to start the selection process: they will learn about your expectations, answer your questions and help you prepare for each stage of the process.
Company interview
With a client company
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Final stage and negotiation · With a client company

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About Michael Page España

Michael Page is a global recruitment consultancy and part of PageGroup, one of the world's leading professional recruitment firms. The company specializes in placing mid-to-senior level professionals across a wide range of sectors, including technology, engineering, finance, sales, and human resources. With a strong presence in Spain, Michael Page operates offices in major cities and offers services such as executive search, temporary staffing, and outsourcing solutions.