Jaume Solà Ortega
Sant Quirze Del Valles,B
Summary
Dynamic R&D leader with a proven track record at TITAN and Akzo Nobel Coatings, adept in leveraging market insights and cross-functional teamwork to drive product innovation from concept to commercialization. Excels in problem-solving and willing to learn. Demonstrates a relentless focus on results and professional growth, embodying a culture of excellence and accountability.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
R&D Manager
Akzo Nobel Coatings
01.2024 - Current
- Leveraged data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.
- Used multiple sources of information and broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations.
- Liaised with key stakeholders to understand business requirements and expectations and develop strategic direction to R&D performance materials.
- Worked with global cross-functional teams to gain alignment and move initiatives from product ideas to commercialization.
- Supported collaborative projects and worked closely with technical partners to deliver against portfolio roadmaps.
- Reviewed staff competencies to build employee skill sets based upon future technical requirements.
R&D Project Manager
Industrias Titan, S.A.
05.2008 - 01.2024
- Monitored market trends to identify new opportunities for product development based on customer needs and business strategy alignment.
- Guided teams through product validation testing phases ensuring accurate data collection, analysis, and reporting for informed decision-making processes.
- Evaluated team performance throughout projects to promote continuous improvement and professional growth opportunities.
- Delivered high-quality results in alignment with business objectives by driving a culture of excellence, accountability, and collaboration within company teams (cross-funtional)
Education
Chemistry
Universitat Autonoma De Barcelona
CerdanyolaMBA - MAster of Business Administration
EAE Business Schoool
Barcelona, Spain06-2020
Skills
- Market and product insight
- Problem-solving mindset
- Positive attitude
- Customer Engagement
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Focus on results
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
R&D Manager
Akzo Nobel Coatings
01.2024 - Current
R&D Project Manager
Industrias Titan, S.A.
05.2008 - 01.2024
Chemistry
Universitat Autonoma De Barcelona
MBA - MAster of Business Administration
EAE Business Schoool
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