Savaré is a growing, worldwide technology leader in Specialty Adhesives, with manufacturing operations in Europe, USA and Asia.
To strengthen our global innovation team, we are looking for a:
R& D PROJECT MANAGER
A professional with strong scientific foundations, a passion for innovation and sustainable development, and a natural curiosity toward emerging technologies in polymer science and performance chemicals.
Key Responsibilities
Develop long-term technical partnerships with key global customers by proposing innovative solutions, supporting problem solving and enabling successful industrial implementation.
Lead complex product development projects from concept and laboratory validation through scale-up and qualification at customer production lines.
Maintain market-leading knowledge of technology trends and regulatory evolution through collaboration with universities, research centers, industry working groups and professional associations.
Contribute to the integration of data-driven tools and advanced technologies to accelerate formulation development and performance optimization.
Requirements
MSc in Chemistry or related field (Ph D is a plus)
Minimum 5 years of experience in the development of performance chemicals and technical project management with multinational customers
Proven ability to lead complex projects from laboratory development through industrial implementation
Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams in international environments.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making
Familiarity with AI-based tools or digital systems supporting R& D activities is considered a plus
Entrepreneurial mindset, combined with emotional intelligence and situational awareness, and the ability to anticipate emerging challenges and opportunities in complex contexts.
Availability to travel internationally
Excellent communication skills and high proficiency in English
Strong ethical standards and professional integrity What We Offer
Leadership of cross-functional and international development projects across Europe, USA and Asia.
Direct interaction with leading multinational R& D organizations and participation in international technical forums and industry events.
An agile and innovation-driven environment that values ownership, initiative and an entrepreneurial approach to project management.
A role with a measurable impact on product performance and industrial implementation.
Access to advanced technologies, state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and strong in-house technical expertise.
Compensation and benefits aligned with experience and level of responsibility.
Relocation support to Milan, Italy, if applicable.
Location: Company Headquarters, North-West Milan, Italy
Reporting line: R& D Director
The selection will be handled directly by the company.