OQ
Job title
Expert Product Development
Grade
Stream
OQ RPI
Function
Global Marketing, Market Development & Innovation: Product Development
Location
Oman – Sohar
Budget control
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Reporting to
Manager Product Development
Direct reports
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Job purpose
The Expert – Product Development leads in providing proof of concept of proposed product development and optimization projects. It also spearheads assessment of technical aspects of the project, in line with the stage-gate innovation process. And contributes to various technical areas in Marketing organization such as in product value proposition, customer complaints investigation, product benchmarking, raw material and additives evaluation.
The position will act in accordance with the Group’s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani’s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.
Main tasks and responsibilities
Develop and justify product development projects and initiatives supporting the strategic direction.
Lead improvement of existing products in response to benchmarking with competitors or for additives cost optimization.
Monitor product development projects from laboratory/pilot to plant trials and customer trials, with view of proposing further improvements as needed.
Liaise with Product Owners and ADTS Specialists to investigate root cause of customer complaints on product performance or quality.
Support Product Management in assessment and development of a supplier base for new raw materials and additives and solving supplier issues around current products.
Prepare and deliver technical presentations at meetings or conferences, as needed.
Actively participate in technical organizations and professional associations related to polymers.
Technical support to Intellectual Property Rights to file the product-related patents.
Provides technical support and documentation to customers to strengthen OQ Marketing position in the market and build a strong
customer relationship.
Support internal product and applications training to increase the technical knowledge of OQ sales channels.
Develops product improvement concepts and support the production of value selling tools
Key interactions
Internal: Product Owners, Market Development, Application Development &Technical Service, Specialist – Innovation, Operation, Process, Quality Control, Finance and Strategy, Stewardship, Sales Managers.
External: Consultants, Customers, Additives vendors, Technology Licensors, Lab equipment vendors
Notable Working Conditions. 40% Lab environment, 60% Office environment, intensive computer screen use
Education requirements
Minimum qualification is Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or other engineering or related fields.
Language requirements
English fluent is minimum requirement, local language depending on position location
Background and experience
Competencies and skills
8-10 years of relevant industry experience.
Professional experience across R&D, market development, technical service, and application development functions
Advanced expertise in product design, material characterization, and competitive benchmarking
Practical experience with stage‑gate innovation and product commercialization processes
Strong knowledge of PE and PP applications and associated testing standards
Extensive hands‑on experience in polyolefins laboratories, including compounding and polymer processing equipment
Proficient in analytical, mechanical, optical, thermal, and rheological testing techniques
Solid understanding of product value pillars and performance drivers in end‑use applications
Soft Skills
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Strong attention to detail with numerical and analytical strength
Advanced analytical thinking and problem‑solving abilities
Experience in data analysis, forecasting, and technical report writing
Technical Skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including professional presentations
Solid understanding of business operations, costing, and budget management
Leads the proof of concept for product development and optimization projects following the stage-gate innovation process. Provides technical support for product value propositions, customer complaint investigations, and raw material evaluations.
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