NPI Lead – Advanced Materials Division

2 weeks ago

Duxford England, United Kingdom Huntsman Corporation Full time £60,000 - £100,000 per year

Role Overview:
Join our Advanced Materials division at the Duxford site – a centre of excellence for innovation, technical leadership, and sustainable manufacturing. As part of our continued investment in product development and operational excellence, we are hiring an NPI Lead to drive the successful introduction of new chemical products and formulations from concept to commercialisation.

We are looking for someone who combines deep technical knowledge with strong project leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills. You'll be the driving force behind seamless product launches, ensuring every aspect – from lab trials to full-scale production – is executed with precision, safety, and efficiency.

Do you think you're the right fit for this opportunity? Apply today

Role Responsibilities:
As a NPI Lead, you will be responsible for:

  • Leading and managing multiple New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from feasibility to full production.
  • Acting as the single point of accountability for product introduction across all stages: concept, development, scale-up, qualification, and handover.
  • Applying chemistry and process engineering expertise to assess formulations and scale-up feasibility.
  • Supporting technical trials, validation, and data analysis to optimise process design.
  • Ensuring all pre-launch readiness elements are completed, including documentation, raw material approvals, quality plans, and EHS/PSM assessments.
  • Overseeing first production runs and resolving initial performance or yield issues.
  • Driving collaboration across R&D, Operations, Quality, Procurement, and Commercial functions.
  • Implementing EHS/PSM procedures and supporting site HAZOP studies.
  • Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance manufacturability and reduce cost.
  • Ensuring compliance with internal standards, EHS regulations, and customer requirements.

Experience and Competencies:
What we are looking for:

  • PhD or MSc in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or relevant discipline.
  • Proven track record managing NPI or technology transfer projects in chemical, materials, or manufacturing sectors.
  • Ideally 5+ years in laboratory, production, or process development roles, preferably in a multinational company.
  • Knowledge in organic, polymeric, and epoxy chemistry; understanding of chemical production processes.
  • Strong analytical and conceptual thinking.
  • Knowledge of reaction kinetics and modelling.
  • Proficiency in analytical methodologies and statistical principles.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project planning skills.
  • Ability to influence without direct authority and build effective cross-functional relationships

What next?
If you would like to join an innovative, collaborative and multicultural team, please apply now. Your application will be forwarded to a Talent Acquisition Partner, who will strive to get back to you as soon as they can. We understand that applying for a new job is a big decision and we will work hard to keep you updated and support you along the way.

About Us
At Huntsman, we pride ourselves on being a people-oriented organization.

Our family-like atmosphere is cultivated by our diverse groups of team members around the world.

We welcome the talent, experience and fresh ideas that employees at all stages of their careers, from interns to seasoned professionals, bring to Huntsman.

In return, we offer you the opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic, industry-leading company, where safety and ethics always come first.

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