COMPOUNDING MARKET DEVELOPER
Job Description
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a proactive and customer-oriented professional with a strong technical background in plastics and the automotive industry. The ideal candidate is a relationship builder who can effectively connect customer needs with R&D capabilities while managing complex development projects in an international environment.
You are a team player with strong communication skills, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to drive initiatives from idea to implementation.
What will you do?
Act as the main interface between customers and R&D, building strong partnerships with automotive OEMs and Tier suppliers
Identify new business opportunities, applications, and areas for portfolio growth
Coordinate development projects, track progress, and support issue resolution in cooperation with R&D
Translate customer needs into technical requirements and ensure alignment throughout the project lifecycle
Support testing processes and present results to customers
Represent the company at industry events and technical discussions
Ensure smooth transition of development projects into production phase
What do we expect?
University or college degree, preferably in Chemical, Mechanical, or Plastics Engineering
Minimum 7–8 years of experience in the automotive industry (e.g. product development, process engineering, mould design, quality, procurement, or project management)
Advanced knowledge in plastic compounding and/or injection moulding
Strong communication skills in English (written and spoken)
Good command of MS Office tools
Ability to work collaboratively and manage cross-functional alignment
Driving license (Category B)
Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving skills
What do we offer?
Annual bonus of up to 15% of the annual base salary in accordance with the applicable bonus scheme
Additional time off: sick days and extra leave for single parents caring for children up to 15 years of age
Monthly contribution to supplementary pension savings
Contribution to group life and accident insurance
Fixed monthly allowance of €66.50 plus an additional €66.50 per month for flexible benefits via a cafeteria system
Transportation allowance in the form of three fuel cards (totaling €360 per year)
Subsidized meals with a wide selection of dishes starting from €1.40
Health benefits: contribution of €150 per year for comprehensive preventive check-ups in the ProCare or NÚSCH network and extended healthcare services under preferential conditions within ProCare clinics
Sports and wellness: annual contribution of €60 to the Slovnaft Relax Centre and free access to employer sports facilities (swimming pool, sauna, tennis courts, etc.)
Family benefits: one-time contribution of €190 upon the birth of a child and the possibility to use Slovnaftáčik nursery and kindergarten with a monthly employer contribution of €100 per child
Employee referral bonus
Contributions for recreation and rehabilitation for blood donors (holders of at least a silver medal) and additional social benefits
Salary: from 3700 EUR brutto/month. The advertised salary represents the minimum guaranteed base salary for this position. The final offer will be determined individually, based on the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.