As a Senior Expert in Nonwoven (NW) roll good creation processes and applications, you will:

• Act as product owner for technical nonwoven portfolios, ensuring quality specifications and portfolio optimisation

• Manage the product lifecycle for defined application fields, including strategic portfolio development and upselling strategies

• Translate market needs into product positioning, pricing concepts, and compelling B2B marketing narratives

• Drive customer engagement by providing technical and market expertise, directly supporting commercial teams

• Initiate and lead cross-functional innovation projects from idea to launch. Collaborate with R&D, Sales, Production, Quality, and Sustainability to drive strategic growth

• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory changes to inform product strategy and innovation pipeline

• Ensure products meet high standards for quality and sustainability, aligned with evolving customer and market expectations

• Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Material Science, or a related field: a technical background is a must

• 7+ years of international experience in product or project management within the nonwoven industries in the technical application field

• Deep technical and market expertise in nonwoven applications e.g., medical, filtration, geotextiles, electrical separators or related fields (ideally cellulose-based)

• Strong ability to translate complex technical concepts into compelling B2B marketing narratives

• High customer orientation with experience in international sales and direct customer engagement

• Proven track record in leading cross-functional innovation projects and driving strategic growth

• Strategic thinker with a growth mindset, capable of challenging existing concepts and driving new ideas

• Independent, open-minded, and proactive working style with a passion for innovation

• Leading by influence skillset

• Excellent English communication skills are needed and German is a plus

• Work-life balance with flexible working & home office opportunities, depending upon your role

• Inspiring personal development program with access to extensive online Learning platform and formal training by experts

• The chance to make an impact within a Sustainable & Innovative industry leader

• Collaborative international working environment

• Involvement with our diverse & inclusive company culture