Title: IP & Trademarks, Manager
Job Details
Main Purpose of Job
Strategic Responsibility
- Oversee team or project operations, aligning with departmental goals.
- Develop and implement operational strategies and processes.
- Manage and develop team members, fostering skill enhancement.
- Collaborate with other managers to ensure cross-departmental alignment.
- Monitor and report on project or team performance.
Functional Responsibility
- Prepare patent Freedom to Operate (FTO) reports for product launches in KSA and MENA.
- Diversify patent information sources for comprehensive and accurate FTO searches.
- Optimize FTO search scope through various strategies and methodologies.
- Draft and analyze patent non-infringement opinions to accelerate market entry.
- Identify market opportunities by anticipating patent cliffs.
- Support IP Executive Director with tasks and cross-functional department collaborations.
- Create and manage an IP database for patent prosecution and FTO searches.
- Manage SPIMACOâs patent and trademarks portfolio with external agents.
- Accelerate product entry to GCC markets through collaboration and design-around patents.
- Supervise junior staff and oversee SAP operations, including PR requests and invoices.
Education
Experience & Language
Working Relation
Internal Interactions:
1. Team Collaboration: Mid and junior managers collaborate with their team members on projects, share information, and ensure effective execution of tasks.
2. Performance Check-ins: Managers conduct regular check-ins with their direct reports to provide feedback, discuss progress, and address any challenges or concerns.
3. Training and Development Programs: Mid and junior managers participate in training programs or organize workshops to enhance their skills and knowledge.
4. Departmental Meetings: Managers attend departmental meetings to share updates, discuss objectives, and align efforts within their specific area of responsibility.
External Interactions:
1. Client Interactions: Communicate with clients, addressing inquiries, providing support, and ensuring client satisfaction with products or services.
2. Supplier Negotiations: Engage in negotiations with suppliers or vendors to secure favorable terms, pricing, and maintain strong supplier relationships.
3. Industry Networking Events: Attend industry conferences or events to network with peers, stay updated on industry trends, and build professional connections.
4. Professional Development Workshops: Participate in external workshops or seminars to expand their knowledge and skills in their respective fields.
Competencies
Relevant Industries