Project Leader Additive Technology

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, United Kingdom

Job Family Group:

Research and Development

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

June 20, 2022

Business unit:

Projects and Technology

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

What’s the role?

As a Project Leader Additive Technology, you will drive the definition of all lubricant additive (and specialty base fluid component) technical specifications to protect product performance and brand standards. You are also expected to maximize synergies and cost reduction opportunities for Global Lubricants and maintain a focus on lubricant additive data integrity and accuracy, whilst supporting the continuous improvement of Global Lubricants additive portfolio.

More specific responsibilities include:


Reviewing and maintaining robust and meaningful technical supply specifications for all lubricant additives/components
Obtaining component specification requirements from Lubricant Technology Managers at an early stage in the Product Development process, for engaging Suppliers accordingly and driving Technology Managers, Global Product Managers and Suppliers towards an agreed set of specifications
Ensuring additive component data is accurately managed through its full lifecycle from introduction to obsoletion, and coordinating routine cleansing to ensure the portfolio remains as lean as possible
Cross- examining data to deliver insight, influencing key business decisions and strategy
Ensuring fit-for-purpose documentation, covering additive Quality specifications, and ensuring appropriate protection of Product Quality and Shell IP in collaboration with Contract Holders, Contract Managers, Legal and Product Management
Supporting the approval of supplier-initiated management of change activities, with relevant Technology teams
Representing Technology in Contract Management Teams (CMT)
Reporting regular and accurate usage of biomaterials to ensure Compliance with Shell Group Policy
Providing technical support to Supplier Quality Assurance initiatives
Championing continuous improvement in the management of Component Quality and HSE in Global Lubricants


Dimensions:


Engages a wide range of stakeholders (Product Management, Technology, Procurement) and influences them to deliver on the above accountabilities without formal authority
Direct relationship with multiple additive suppliers for agreeing and reviewing the technical specifications of all lubricant additives, including protection of Shell’s IP and Quality objectives
Project outputs have significant impact on security of supply, cost of goods sold, and complexity reduction
Support the Senior Project Leader, Additive Technology in effective prioritization to deliver technical support as per business need, and steer strategy definition and implementation


What we need from you


Must have (min) Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
Proven experience in Product Quality
Experience in lubricant/grease formulations and/or components
Knowledge of Supply Chain, i.e., sourcing of raw materials, manufacture of finished products, and providing Quality Assurance end-to-end
Experience in delivering through others with or without formal authority and motivating people on difficult technical matters
Skilled at data management
Demonstrated leadership skills including teamwork, communication, prioritization, and change management
Ability and desire to build network and manage multiple interfaces
Self-starting: highly motivated and able to deliver independently


Company Description

Shell started operations in the United Kingdom more than 110 years ago. Since then, we have grown into a leading innovative Oil & Energy company that rewards its employees by investing heavily in their careers and learning. Our people are our greatest asset, and our commitment to your career will see you thrive in a work environment that offers an industry-leading development programme. When your ideas travel, Shell will benefit, and innovation will thrive. Shell has a key role to play in helping meet the UK’s growing energy demand, whilst using innovative technologies to develop cleaner energy. We are the largest FTSE 100 company in the UK by market capitalisation and make a significant contribution to the UK economy. As well as processing 35% of the gas coming into the UK, we serve more than four million customers at our filling stations each week. Shell employs some 6,400 skilled staff as well as many contractors.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell.

Join us and you’ll be adding your talent and imagination to a business with the ambition to shape the future – whether by investing in oil, gas and renewable energy to meet demand, exploring new ways to store energy, or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently, everyone at Shell does their part.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we are nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.


We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.


A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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