Research & Development Manager at Jamub Group of Companies

Jamub Group of Companies is a conglomerate of duly registered companies in Nigeria operating in different sectors of the economy with a unique range of product and service offerings. We have continually evolved as a viable brand in keeping with our business expansion and diversification goals. We are driven by the passion to proffer solutions and exceedingly satisfy the dynamic needs of customers. Consequently, our operating policy is predicated on excellence with emphasis on “no-compromise-on-quality” stance.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Research & Development Manager

Location: Abuja

Job Summary

• We seek to employ a Research and Development Manager, an individual who would fit into the corporate strategy of the company in product differentiation, Innovation and Value creation.
• The preferred candidate shall be responsible for research, planning, and implementing new programs and protocols into our company and overseeing the entire development process of new products and programs within the group, from the initial planning phase to implementation or production.
• He/She will need to keep track of all the costs related to the creation of these new products and decide what ideas are worth pursuing. The R&D manager should also stay informed on what is happening in the research and development field at large in order to make sure their company is up-to-date and current with the most advanced R&D developments.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for overseeing the entire development process of new products and programs within the company, from the initial planning phase to implementation or production
• Keep track of all the costs related to the creation of new business ideas, products and decide what ideas are worth pursuing.
• R&D manager shall also stay informed on what is happening in the research and development field at large in order to make sure our company is up-to-date and current with the most advanced R&D developments.
• Establish project goals and priorities by collaborating with Marketing and Operations.
• Transfer new technologies, products, and manufacturing process into and out of the company.
• Research, design and evaluate materials, assemblies, processes and equipment.
• Develop concepts, products, and solutions by working with company business units.
• Monitor team metrics and objectives ensuring meeting of goals.
• Document all phases of research and development.
• Manage customer relationships and perform RFP Review, Customer Visits, and Product Testing.

Essential Job Requirements

• B.Sc in a relative course of study
• Master Degree and professional certification would be an added advantage
• A minimum of Fifteen (15) years working experience in related field
• Proven work experience as a key business driver in similar role
• Basic computer skills.
• Good communication skill
• Proficiency in project management applications is equally very important
• Good mentorship & motivational skill.
• Integrity
• Ability to communicate information or directive effectively with subordinates
• Good leadership skill.

Application Closing Date
31st July, 2020.