R&D Project Manager

About the role

As a core member of Hegen’s Research & Development team, the R&D Project Manager will drive the development and launch of new products and product improvements. You will work closely with Business, Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing and external partners to ensure projects move from concept to market efficiently.

Key responsibilities

• Translate innovation priorities and product concepts into structured development plans with clear milestones.
• Lead end‑to‑end new product development, product improvement and design change projects from concept through commercial launch.
• Establish and manage project timelines, budgets, resources, dependencies, milestones and risk‑mitigation plans.
• Coordinate cross‑functional stakeholders across R&D, Business, Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing and external partners throughout the product lifecycle.
• Facilitate project reviews, status meetings, stand‑ups and retrospectives to maintain alignment and momentum.
• Ensure smooth transition of products from R&D to manufacturing and commercialisation.
• Support post‑launch reviews and identify opportunities for product, process and development improvements.

Required profile

• Strong project management expertise with a track record of delivering complex product development projects.
• Commercial awareness and ability to translate innovation concepts into executable plans.
• Experience coordinating cross‑functional teams and external partners.
• Proactive risk identification, assessment and mitigation skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines and resources effectively.

Required skills