Product Development & Commercialization Lead

About Us

Ambercycle is a materials company founded in 2015 to create a circular supply chain for the apparel industry, making decarbonized raw materials across industry verticals. We're doing this by developing and deploying new technologies to increase the scope and scale of regenerated materials in the global apparel supply chain, and reduce the use of raw agricultural and petroleum resources. Our products avoid the use of new raw materials and go into the highest quality applications, exceeding the expectations of end customers with a fraction of the environmental footprint. Our success is the result of the talent, curiosity, and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to realize our vision to improve humanity’s relationship with the material world. Visit www.ambercycle.com to learn more.

The Job

We’re seeking a Product Development & Commercialization Lead in Singapore to develop high-value polymer products using our regenerated materials. You will lead the transformation of regenerated polymers into new formulations and derivative products. In collaboration with partners in Asia and globally, you’ll drive product development, manage contract manufacturing, and spearhead commercialization efforts.

Responsibilities

Downstream Product Development

• Develop formulations from Ambercycle’s polymers for diverse applications.
• Collaborate with R&D teams and partners to refine properties and ensure market-ready performance.

Commercialization & Go-to-Market

• Oversee the path from concept to launch, including validation and post-launch evaluation.
• Create business cases, cost models, and commercial proposals.

Contract Manufacturing & Supply Chain

• Identify and manage manufacturing partners across Asia.
• Implement supply chain strategies to ensure quality and cost efficiency.

Technical & Quality Assurance

• Lead pilot-scale and commercial-scale trials to confirm feasibility and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure products meet relevant standards in Asian markets.

Collaboration & Representation

• Work with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders (brands, suppliers, manufacturers).
• Represent Ambercycle at industry events and customer meetings.

Project & Stakeholder Management

• Manage multiple product development projects, aligning with business objectives.
• Foster strong partnerships to support joint development initiatives.

Market & Competitive Analysis

• Track industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging technologies.
• Identify and propose new product opportunities to expand Ambercycle’s portfolio.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or related field.
• 15+ years in product development, commercialization, or manufacturing of polymers or related materials.
• Proven success with contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs), taking products from concept to market.
• Ability to travel up to 50%, primarily within Asia.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Asia preferred; China exposure is a plus.
• Strong understanding of polymer science, processes, and applications.
• Familiarity with quality control and regulatory standards in Asian markets.
• Proven track record in scaling from pilot to commercial production.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and influence diverse stakeholders.
• Highly organized, self-driven, and adept at multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English; other Asian languages are advantageous.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunity to pioneer sustainable material innovations and drive tangible global impact.
• Collaborative, diverse, and international team culture.

LOCATION: Singapore - must be willing to relocate if not based here.

Ambercycle is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Ambercycle is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.