Director, Research & Development – Offering and Marketing

Director, Research & Development – Offering and Marketing

Fibox Oy Ab

Are you ready to take Fibox to the next level and want to lead goal-oriented, measurable, and framed R&D operations for Fibox?

We are looking for a driven professional to lead Fibox Research & Development function, focusing on developing Fibox Offerings in the Enclosure and EV Charging businesses. You will be part of the Fibox Offering & Marketing Management team driving innovation and developing Fibox’s products and services to serve our customers even better. In your role you supervise our mechanical designers and, in a matrix, lead our EV charging R&D unit. As a leader, your goal is to take an active approach to developing the team and global cooperation and utilizing cross-functional expertise. You have an opportunity to promote a culture where things are done together, fostering innovation and continuous development.

Do you have an analytical & process-oriented mindset, a proven track record in product development or product management of technical products, and enjoy traveling occasionally both in Finland and abroad? Our main production sites and product development are located in Lempäälä, and our head office is in Keilaniemi, Espoo. The position is located in Lempäälä, where regular visits to the head office, and some traveling globally are part of the role.

Responsibilities: 

• Develop and execute Fibox’s research and development strategy to support business objectives and drive growth

• Keep all relevant functions up-to-date on ongoing projects and their progress

• Lead, develop, and mentor the team of designers and engineers to develop new products, enhance existing products, and drive innovation in the industry

• Define and prioritize research and development projects, working closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, supply chain, and marketing

• Ensure a successful product development process, including planning, budgeting, and resource allocation to execution & tool sourcing

• Coordinate Fibox IPR portfolio and claim handling with an external partner

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external & internal stakeholders and vendors and stay up-to-date on industry trends and emerging technologies & material developments

What we offer: 

• An exciting and challenging key role in developing Fibox Offerings in the Enclosure and EV Charging businesses

• The opportunity to have a significant impact on Fibox’s future

• Ambitious & great teammates with strong team spirit and the chance to have fun while working

• A family-owned, stable company with a growth and development culture

• Opportunity to work in a truly international atmosphere with subsidiaries all over the world

• Personal development and growth opportunities in a global environment

Qualifications: 

• Strong experience in technical product development or product management 

• Engineering degree from the relevant field 

• Experience in a managerial role in an area of product development or product management 

• Experience in operational development, change management and team building 

• Leadership and influencing skills in a matrix organization with a coaching touch 

• Fluent English and Finnish language skills, both spoken and written 

• Good communication and organizational skills 

Why to apply? 

Fibox is a Finnish family-owned company with a strong global foothold and one of the world's leading developers and manufacturers of enclosures for demanding environmental conditions. Fibox has an extensive range of standard and customized solutions with an annual turnover of over €100M. Fibox operates in international markets and employs a total of 700 people. Our factories and manufacturing sites are located close to our customers in Finland and worldwide. Fibox is a respected brand among its customers, emphasizing responsibility, entrepreneurship, and continuous development.

More info: 

www.fibox.com

Interested? 

For more information, please contact our Global HR & Communication Specialist Mari Haapasaari, +358 44 271 4245, mari.haapasaari@fibox.com. Submit your application, CV, and compensation level through the link latest April 7th.

We look forward to hearing from you.