R&D Manager (Coatings / Polyurethane) £Excellent Salary, Dependent on Experience + Car Allowance + Relocation Package + Benefits Bury St Edmunds Are you a R&D Manager or Formulation Chemist with experience in coatings or polyurethane systems, looking to lead innovation and technical strategy within a growing manufacturer? Do you enjoy a leadership role that combines product development, quality control and manufacturing support, while driving new product innovation from concept through to commercial production? The company are a leading UK manufacturer of coatings and systems for sport and recreational surfaces. Operating from its Suffolk base, the company supplies its specialist product range across the UK and international markets, while also representing global brands in tennis, padel and athletic surface solutions. This is a key leadership position, responsible for overseeing technical service, R&D, QA and QC functions, playing a vital role in driving innovation, ensuring product quality and supporting continued business growth. This role would suit a technically strong leader with experience in coatings and product development, looking to make a strategic impact. The Role: Lead product development and innovation across coating formulations Manage the full lifecycle of new product development projects Establish and maintain technical standards, ensuring consistent product quality Troubleshoot and resolve co...