Role - Technical Manager - Pesticides, Biocides & Plant Protection Salary - Competitive (DOE Location - Huntingdonshire-Onsite with WFH Flexibility Russell Taylor group has a fantastic opportunity for a Technical Manager within the plant protection, biocide or pesticide industry to join our clients leading household name. Our client is looking for someone with previous NPD experience, aswell as an understanding of regulatory compliance and ability to understand the commercials of a product. They are also looking for a confident individual who enjoys speaking to people at all sort of levels. If you're looking to join a rapidly expanding company at one of their peak points of the year and experience in this field whether you are more of a junior candidate or senior, then please apply within. Responsibilities • Leading new product development within the organisation, specifically for their garden portfolio. • Managing regulation and formulation of new product development • Lead innovation in chemical, non-chemical or horticulture. • Liaising with internal and external partners to ensure the successful progression on new products and be able to commercially justify new opportunities. • Continually driving improvements and innovative technologies. • Communicate with internal and external partners within the organisation. • Understanding consumer trends. • Building and maintaining relationships with key suppliers. The Person • Have previous experience working within the technical department of pesticides, biocides or plant protection. Agriculture/Crop Science would also be considered. • Previous experience working in new product development. • Have an analytical mindset. • Must be able to work alone and as part of a team. • Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and working to set targets and timelines. • Will have excellent technical knowledge and work well with key stakeholders within the business. • Confident communicator Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us