Senior Technical Supervisor

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and innovative Senior Technical Supervisor to join the Consumer Business Group (CBG) Auto Care business within the Meguiar's® organization. This leadership role will drive the development of next-generation automotive appearance solutions while supporting the continued global expansion of the Meguiar's portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Meguiar's R&D laboratory organization, ensuring excellence in laboratory operations, project execution, budget management, safety performance, and compliance with corporate, regulatory, and legal requirements.
• Direct the New Product Introduction (NPI) portfolio, driving successful development, validation, commercialization, and technical support activities that deliver innovative products aligned with business growth objectives.
• Assess program and project risks and opportunities, proactively developing mitigation strategies and contingency plans to ensure successful execution and delivery.
• Provide technical leadership and support to Market Development Partners (MDPs), enabling sustainable growth and successful expansion of Meguiar's products across global markets.
• Build and sustain a high-performing technical organization, fostering employee engagement, talent development, technical excellence, and effective collaboration among product developers, product engineers, and application engineers.
• Strengthen partnerships across the enterprise, developing productive relationships with business leaders, manufacturing teams, international organizations, customers, suppliers, and external stakeholders to accelerate innovation and business results.
• Develop and expand technical capabilities in strategic global markets, ensuring local expertise and technical support infrastructure are aligned with portfolio growth objectives.
• Lead management of the Change Management Process (CMP) portfolio, ensuring timely resolution of programs around product quality, cost optimization, supply continuity, and regulatory compliance issues.
• Drive strategic and tactical execution through collaborative decision-making, ensuring alignment of technical programs with division priorities, business objectives, and long-range growth strategies.
• Identify and advance new technology and product innovation opportunities, leveraging internal capabilities and external insights to create differentiated solutions that strengthen Meguiar's competitive advantage.
• Champion intellectual property development and stewardship, ensuring innovative technologies are effectively protected and leveraged to support future business growth.
• Serve as a key member of the R&D leadership team, contributing to organizational strategy, resource planning, operational excellence, and the continued development of a culture of innovation, accountability, and inclusion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in chemistry, engineering or related technical field (completed and verified prior to start)
• Five (5) years of experience leading technology or NPI projects in a laboratory setting in a private, public, government or military environment
• Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
• Master's Degree or Ph.D. in chemistry, engineering or related technical field
• Previous supervisory or management experience with more than 5 direct reports
• Minimum 7+ years of experience managing technology or NPI development
• Excellent leadership skills and experience leading organizations

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Benefits

Applicable to US Applicants Only: The expected compensation range for this position is $145,676 - $178,049, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.

Pay & Benefits Overview

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