Product and Technology Lead

Job description

Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity. Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science. Now it’s time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture. As a Product and Technology Lead, you will be the scientific and technical expert for designated product categories, acting as the key link between R&D and manufacturing and serving as the site technical representative for global innovation projects. Leading a team of Product and Process Engineers and Packaging Engineers, you will drive the successful transfer of innovation projects to the site, support product scale-up activities, and ensure technical excellence and provide expert technical leadership throughout the product lifecycle. This is a unique opportunity to work at the interface between R&D and manufacturing, serving as the site representative for strategically important global innovation projects. You will collaborate with international technical teams, influence the successful launch of new products, and play a key role in transforming scientific innovation into commercial reality while supporting business growth and delivering meaningful impact for consumers worldwide. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and motivate a team of Product and Process Engineers and Packaging Engineers supporting Product Lifecycle Management activities on site. Serve as the site technical expert and primary point of contact for specific product categories, providing scientific and technical guidance across the product lifecycle. Partner closely with R&D, NPI, Global and Regional teams to successfully transfer innovation projects from development into commercial manufacturing. Support manufacturing operations by providing expert technical guidance and decision-making on product-related challenges, process deviations and technical investigations to ensure product quality, manufacturing continuity and successful product performance. Drive product scale-up activities, ensuring new products and technologies are robustly implemented at site level. Oversee process validation strategies and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, corporate standards and industry best practices. Lead investigation, deviation and CAPA activities, coaching the team to continuously improve problem-solving effectiveness and technical decision-making. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement best practices and support audits and regulatory inspections. Use performance management processes, coaching and development planning to build technical capability and strengthen team performance. Why You? We are looking for professionals with the following experience and capabilities: Preferred Experience Strong background in product development, process development, manufacturing technology, scale-up or technology transfer. Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) projects within a manufacturing environment. Previous leadership or people management experience is preferred. Experience working in FMCG, pharmaceuticals, consumer healthcare, chemicals or a similar highly regulated manufacturing environment. Technical Skills Strong scientific or engineering background. Excellent understanding of manufacturing processes, product development and process optimization. Ability to evaluate technical risks and make data-driven decisions. Experience leading technical investigations and solving complex manufacturing challenges. Hands-on experience in product development, process development, manufacturing technology transfer or scale-up activities is essential. Other Skills Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills. Ability to influence and work effectively with global and regional teams. Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities. Strong communication skills in English are essential. Slovak language skills are desirable. Resilience and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment. Strong decision-making skills and attention to detail. Benefits & Rewards Annual performance bonus, 13th salary (DMP) Commuting allowance Contribution to supplementary pension savings or life insurance Twice‑yearly financial contribution for recovery/well‑being, Benefit Plus program, dental benefit, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing psychological, legal, social and financial support; Recreational allowance after 2 years of employment (in line with local labour law) 3 additional days of annual leave beyond statutory requirements based on internal policies, plus additional days depending on length of service; Haleon Parental Leave, Global Haleon Caregiver Leave, and additional paid leave for important life events(wedding, birth of a child, child’s first school day, bereavement) Increasing financial reward for every 5‑year service anniversary, retirement severance above statutory requirements Onsite canteen with subsidy for meals, refreshment credit for snacks, tea and coffee Summer day camp for employees’ children during school holidays Relocation allowance, employee referral bonus, blood donor rewards, interest‑free employee loan (subject to defined criteria),complimentary toothpaste packages from our product portfolio The benefits listed in this job advertisement are provided for informational purposes only, are subject to the employer’s internal policies and/or collective agreements, and may be amended over time . EUR 2 820,67 - EUR 3 878,41 The salary range for this position is indicative and provided as a guide. The final offer may vary depending on factors including relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations. Further details regarding the total reward and benefits package will be shared during the recruitment process. Salary ranges may vary by location in line with local market conditions and applicable pay transparency regulations. Compensation information is shared for the primary location of this role. Where the position is advertised with additional locations the compensation range will be discussed during the recruiting process. Job Posting End Date 2026-11-04 Equal Opportunities Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong. During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees. The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions. Adjustment or Accommodations Request If you require a reasonable adjustment or accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at Haleon at any stage of the application process, please let your recruiter know by providing them with a description of specific adjustments you are requesting. We’ll provide all reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process and treat all information you provide us in confidence. Note to candidates The Haleon recruitment team will contact you using a Haleon email account (@haleon.com). If you are not sure whether the email you received is from Haleon, please get in touch.