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| Application Scientist – Automotive | Cowick Hall | 17/09/2010 | [ View ] |
| | Job title: Application Scientist – Automotive
Location: Cowick Hall A global leader in speciality chemicals, Croda is the name behind some of the world’s biggest brands providing practical, environmentally minded solutions to the problems of everyday life. In 34 countries, our 3,400 employees work to improve a diverse range of markets - from personal and health care, to home care and plastics.
We currently have an opportunity for an Applications Scientist working in the Lubricants business at Cowick Hall. The main purpose of the role is to apply technical knowledge to evaluate and formulate new and existing products to meet the needs of the automotive business principally in the area of industrial lubricants.
The successful applicant will hold a degree in chemistry or the relevant discipline or they will have gained previous experience within the lubricants industry. They will be an innovative scientist capable of working autonomously as well as being a team player. They should demonstrate excellent problem analysis and organisation skills. A keen eye for detail in addition to a good level of both written and verbal communication skills is essential. Some travel will be required.
The selection process for this position will be held on 27 September 2010.
Closing date: 17/09/2010 Strictly No Agencies | | |
| Business Development Manager | Ditton, Widnes | 10/09/2010 | [ View ] |
| | Job title: Business Development Manager
Location: Ditton, Widnes The name behind some of the world’s biggest brands, Croda provides practical, environmentally minded solutions to the problems of everyday life. In 34 countries, our 3,400 employees work to improve a diverse range of markets. The Sun Care and Biotechnology Division at Widnes is a world leader in the research, development and manufacture of naturally derived speciality bioproducts for personal care products and speciality inorganic UV absorbers for both skin and sun care applications. The Widnes site is also the commercial base for Croda’s global activities in biotechnology and sun protection actives.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Manager in our Biotechnology business. The main purpose of the role is to generate business for the bioproduction unit. This will involve developing and influencing contacts within the global speciality chemicals and biotechnology industry, coordinating and prioritising opportunities and negotiating commercial agreements. The role will require some overseas travel, both short and long haul, therefore periods away from home should be expected.
The successful candidate should have extensive experience in a commercial or techno-commercial role and be qualified to degree level in a biochemical discipline preferably with experience in fermentation. They need to be a self starter who has the initiative and ability to work independently. They must also be able to demonstrate excellent organisation, presentation and negotiation skills to make decisions and identify potential opportunities to grow our market share.
Closing date: 10/09/2010 Strictly No Agencies | | |
| IT Project Manager | Cowick Hall | 17/09/2010 | [ View ] |
| | Job title: IT Project Manager
Location: Cowick Hall A global leader in speciality chemicals, Croda is the name behind some of the world’s biggest brands. Environmentally aware and inspired by nature, we’re at the cutting edge of a diverse range of markets. With your help, as one of 3,400 employees in 34 countries, we’ll stay there.
An opportunity has arisen at our head office at Cowick Hall for an IT Project Manager. The key purpose of this position is to lead the relevant project Operational teams to ensure that project objectives are achieved. Responsibilities include defining and delivering significant projects in line with the IT strategic vision, working in collaboration with the IT Management team to create and define project standards and to provide regular development updates to the relevant parties.
To be successful, you must be educated to degree level or have equivalent relevant experience in a similar role. You should have excellent project management skills and a proven track record of managing and delivering successful projects of all sizes. You will be a team player with excellent interpersonal skills. You should be capable of resolving complex problems and will also have the ability to work under a certain degree of pressure to drive tasked activities through to completion.
The Assessment Centre for this position will be held on 8 October 2010.
Closing date: 17/09/2010 Strictly No Agencies | | |
| Legal Administrator | Cowick Hall | 10/09/2010 | [ View ] |
| | Job title: Legal Administrator
Location: Cowick Hall A global leader in speciality chemicals, Croda is the name behind some of the world’s biggest brands. Environmentally aware and inspired by nature, we’re at the cutting edge of a diverse range of markets. With your help, as one of 3,400 employees in 34 countries, we’ll stay there.
An opportunity has arisen for a Legal Administrator in our Head office at Cowick Hall to support our legal function. The main responsibilities of this role include the collation, filing and recording of legal records and contracts for the Group, reviewing legal documentation and drafting basic agreements under supervision and secretarial duties such as typing, filing and diary management.
As the successful candidate you will be educated to at least A level standard or equivalent. You will have also gained previous experience within a similar role, ideally within a legal department. You must be competent with Microsoft Office applications and database management. You will be used to exercising discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive information and have first rate organisational skills. The standard of your written and verbal communication skills must be high.
Closing date: 10/09/2010 Strictly No Agencies | | |
| Sales Representative – Coatings and Polymers | Cowick Hall | 01/10/2010 | [ View ] |
| | Job title: Sales Representative – Coatings and Polymers
Location: Cowick Hall A global leader in speciality chemicals, Croda is the name behind some of the world’s biggest brands providing practical, environmentally minded solutions to the problems of everyday life. In 34 countries, our 3,400 employees work to improve a diverse range of markets - from personal and health care, to home care and plastics.
An opportunity has arisen for a Sales Representative in our Coatings and Polymers business covering the UK and Scandinavia. The main purpose of this role is to identify, develop and maintain profitable sales in Coatings and Polymers and negotiate the best achievable commercial agreements for product sales in line with annual targets and the sales plan as well as the business, marketing and pricing policies.
As the successful candidate, you will have a degree in chemistry or in a relevant business area. Ideally you will have also gained previous experience in a sales related role in the coatings and polymers industry. You will be a self-motivated individual with the ability to manage and plan your own workload. You must also have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong commercial acumen is essential.
There is a significant amount of travel associated with this position and therefore you must possess a current Full UK driving licence.
The Assessment Centre for this role will be held on 27 October 2010.
Closing date: 01/10/2010 Strictly No Agencies | | |
| SHE Coordinator | Rawcliffe Bridge | 10/09/2010 | [ View ] |
| | Job title: SHE Coordinator
Location: Rawcliffe Bridge A leader in speciality chemicals, Croda is the name behind some of the world’s biggest brands, providing practical, environmentally minded solutions to the problems of everyday life. In 34 countries, our 3,400 employees work to improve a diverse range of markets. In the personal care market we are the world’s largest supplier of lanolin, a key natural ingredient in the manufacture of skincare products.
We currently have an opportunity for a SHE Coordinator at our Rawcliffe Bridge site. The main purpose of the role is to coordinate the safe and efficient operation of the site in respect of the Safety, Health and the Environment management. This includes providing advice on the planning, implementation and maintenance of the site’s SHE policy as well as maintaining a full range of risk control programmes and procedures.
To be successful, you will hold a technical/engineering degree or a NEBOSH Diploma. You will have gained previous experience within a similar role, ideally within the chemical industry. You must be able to demonstrate your understanding of SHE regulations associated with the operation of the site. You should also be proficient in using the Microsoft Office applications. You should be capable of managing multiple tasks to enable deadlines to be met. You will be a good communicator with effective organisational skills.
Closing date: 10/09/2010 Strictly No Agencies | | |
| Technical Build Specialist - Plant Maintenance | Cowick Hall | 24/09/2010 | [ View ] |
| | Job title: Technical Build Specialist - Plant Maintenance
Location: Cowick Hall
A global leader in speciality chemicals, Croda is the name behind some of the world’s biggest brands. Environmentally aware and inspired by nature, we’re at the cutting edge of a diverse range of markets. With your help, as one of 3,400 employees in 34 countries, we’ll stay there.
We have a vacancy for a Technical Build Specialist - Plant Maintenance to join our IT team at Cowick Hall. The main purpose of the role is to provide plant maintenance functional business expertise in defining, developing and rolling out SAP and the applicable applications to Croda globally.
As the successful candidate, you will be educated to degree level or have equivalent experience in a similar role. Experience of SAP implementations is essential. You will need to demonstrate that you are a team player with excellent communication skills. You should be confident and capable of working under pressure. You should also have a creative flair with the ability to innovate and influence to see tasks through to completion. There is an extensive amount of travel involved in this position.
Closing date: 24/09/2010 Strictly No Agencies | | |
| Technical Build Specialist - SAP PP/QM | Cowick Hall | 24/09/2010 | [ View ] |
| | Job title: Technical Build Specialist - SAP PP/QM
Location: Cowick Hall A global leader in speciality chemicals, Croda is the name behind some of the world’s biggest brands. Environmentally aware and inspired by nature, we’re at the cutting edge of a diverse range of markets. With your help, as one of 3,400 employees in 34 countries, we’ll stay there.
We have a vacancy for a Technical Build Specialist - SAP PP/QM to join our IT team at Cowick Hall. The main purpose of the role is to provide PP/QM functional business expertise in defining, developing and rolling out SAP and the applicable applications to Croda globally.
To be successful, you will be educated to degree level or will have gained equivalent experience in a similar role. Experience of SAP implementations is essential as is the ability to effectively use Microsoft Excel and Access. You will be a team player with excellent interpersonal skills. You should also be capable of working under a certain degree of pressure to meet deadlines. You will have a creative flair with the ability to innovate and influence to see tasks through to completion. There is some travel required for this position.
Closing date: 24/09/2010 Strictly No Agencies | | |
| Technical Build Specialist - SAP FICO | Cowick Hall | 24/09/2010 | [ View ] |
| | Job title: Technical Build Specialist - SAP FICO
Location: Cowick Hall A global leader in speciality chemicals, Croda is the name behind some of the world’s biggest brands. Environmentally aware and inspired by nature, we’re at the cutting edge of a diverse range of markets. With your help, as one of 3,400 employees in 34 countries, we’ll stay there.
We have a vacancy for a Technical Build Specialist - SAP FICO to join our IT team at Cowick Hall. The main purpose of the role is to provide FICO functional business expertise in defining, developing and rolling out SAP and the applicable applications to Croda globally.
The successful applicant will be educated to degree level and will ideally have a recognised Accountancy qualification. Previous experience gained in a similar role would be advantageous. Experience of SAP implementations is essential. They must be a team player with excellent interpersonal skills. They will be capable of working under pressure to meet deadlines. They should also have a creative flair with the ability to innovate and influence to see tasks through to completion. There is an extensive amount of travel involved in this position.
Closing date: 24/09/2010 Strictly No Agencies | | |
| Technical Sales Representative | Ditton, Widnes | 10/09/2010 | [ View ] |
| | Job title: Technical Sales Representative
Location: Ditton, Widnes The name behind some of the world’s biggest brands, Croda provides practical, environmentally minded solutions to the problems of everyday life. In 34 countries, our 3,400 employees work to improve a diverse range of markets. The Sun Care and Biotechnology Division at Widnes is a world leader in the research, development and manufacture of naturally derived speciality biopolymers for personal care products and speciality inorganic UV absorbers for both skin and sun care applications. The Widnes site is also the commercial base for Croda’s global activities in biotechnology and sun protection actives.
We currently have vacancies for two Technical Sales Representatives. The main purpose of the roles is to increase business profitability in designated international territories through customer relationships and influencing the internal Croda network, as well as developing new opportunities for both new and existing products. Activity will be centred upon the sun care, biopolymer and synthetic polymer portfolios within the business. The role holders will provide technical and marketing expertise for the promotion of products and coordinate the delivery of customer specific technical development projects. Additionally they will be expected to develop and maintain up to date technical, market and regulatory knowledge. They will balance their time between travelling in the territories (which may be long and/or short haul) and planning and coordinating in the UK, both in the office and remotely, therefore significant time away from home should be expected.
The successful candidates will have previous experience in a technical and/or commercial role and have a degree in a scientific discipline. They must demonstrate excellent communication, presentation and organisation skills. The role requires tenacity and a good use of initiative to make sound decisions and identify potential opportunities to grow our market share.
Closing date: 10/09/2010 Strictly No Agencies | | |
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