DEVELOPMENT LEAD: NPP

Job Id: 10408
City:Western Cape, Western Cape, South Africa
Department: R&D Technical Management - Technical Sales Support
Function: Field Research & Technical Development
Employee Type: Permanent Full Time
Seniority Level: Executive
Description:
Job Title : Development Lead: NPP
Location: Western Cape

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 5 years experience in agrochemical product development and/or regulatory department. Biological product knowledge would be advantageous.
• B.Sc degree in Agriculture or Natural Sciences. A post-graduate qualification would be advantageous.
• CropLife Basic Crop Protection Certificate.
• SACNASP accreditation would be beneficial.
• Working knowledge of GHS Labelling requirements.
• Comprehensive understanding of Product registration requirements and processes. Above average knowledge of crops, crop protection (biological and chemical), crop nutrition as well as the general crop protection environment.
• Technical Project management

BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES :

Accuracy
Detail orientated. Analytical
Ability to work under pressure
Self motivated; persistent in seeking solutions
Problem solving skills
Inquisitive, enthusiatic, positive, creative, flexible
Time management skills

Ability to prioritise and keep accurate records

• Adaptability & Resilience

Recognizes and is open to changing circumstances and alters behavior and scales up as necessary; increases personal awareness and appreciation of individual and cultural differences to create an open, inclusive, and accepting workplace

• Entrepreneurial Mindset

Has a creative mindset and ability to think holistically, takes calculated risks and maximizes opportunities

• Results Orientations

Acts, pursues goals with persistence and achieves results; communicates goals and vision to the team to drive enthusiasm and ambition

• Execution Excellence

Enhances the speed of execution and builds efficiency in processes, systems, and people; has sharp focus on quality-orientation

• Strategic Orientation

Demonstrates knowledge of the social, economic, and environmental factors and how they impact the business. Identifies key issues that could impact the business and develops strategy through an analytical lens / design thinking

• Building Teams and Talent

Empowers colleagues through knowledge sharing and delegation, quickly establishing rapport; provides recognition for achievements and accomplishments

• Customer Centricity

Understands the customer needs and pain points, fulfills the needs and expectations by focusing on creating value for customers.

ROLE SUMMARY

The purpose of this role would be to substantially contribute to the development of new and existing NPP products within the designated portfolio by meticulous planning, implementation, and management of approved projects to deliver comprehensive trial results to form part of dossiers compliant to the requirements of Act 36 of 1947, within designated timelines to meet business targets as well as changing global market food safety trends. The scope of this role would be for South Africa with support to Southern African countries that UPL SA exports to. Managing the scope, progress of projects and budget, would entail close cooperation with the associated Regulatory Specialist and Product Portfolio Manager as well as understanding from a sales perspective the customer centric pain points in formulating the deliverables in putting the value proposition of the eventual product offer together from the initial development process, through marketing into the final sales package. This role would focus on fungicides.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, implement and manage the R & D trial program for designated crops and products of the portfolio in line with product strategies & project scopes, as agreed with the relevant local and global Product Managers.
• Co-ordinate, manage and liaise with CRO’s for the timeous execution of projects in accordance with timelines and budgets ensuring accuracy of implementation and data generation, as well as concurrent report generation and reporting.
• Analyse trial results (via ARM) and draft summaries to demonstrate trial objectives and propose amendments for further development work, to ensure that project objectives are achieved. On completion of projects contribute to highly accurate, comprehensive yet concise registration dossiers to demonstrate that efficacy, selectivity, and residue data comply with regulations and meet claims in support of intended commercial use.
• Participate in local, regional and global portfolio meetings by providing accurate updates on technical trial results as well as sharing technical expertise to ensure that product development remains relevant to the market needs whilst ensuring product positioning is optimal within the portfolio as well as within the context of global trends.
• Maintain accurate updates to project management, budget tracking and regulatory tracking platforms to maintain data integrity and transparency.
• Liaise with and participate on industry body organisation committees; forums and/or meetings to gain information/contacts on industry trends and knowledge transfer that may have strategic importance to the role and to the company.
• Regular visits to trial sites to ensure trial progress is going according to plan and set timelines.