Innovation Funding Scouting Officer - W/M

Based in Trappes, France, Eramet Ideas is staffed by experts who work closely with site-based operational teams. Eramet Ideas has expertise in mining, extractive metallurgy and recycling, and helps to improve the Group’s short-term operating performance, while developing long-term projects in support of the strategic roadmap.

From mining to metals, our research and innovation experts invent value-creating solutions in response to the challenges facing our industry.

Job description

At Eramet Ideas, innovation is at the core of our R&D strategy, and strategic partnerships are essential to bringing that innovation to life. The Partnerships & Market Intelligence team plays a vital role in this mission. It is responsible for sourcing cutting-edge technologies, building and accelerating collaborations with startups and global partners, and leading the development and coordination of public funding initiatives that support Eramet’s innovation projects.

In this dynamic role, you will support the team by leading two high-impact missions:

1. Innovation Funding
   Proactively identify public funding opportunities and work closely with internal teams to craft, submit and manage compelling collaborative project proposals that push the boundaries of what's possible.
2. Startup Scouting
   Keep a pulse on the global startup ecosystem to uncover breakthrough technologies and disruptive innovations that can accelerate Eramet’s transformation and growth.

Your work will span across business units, R&D teams, and external partners, offering a unique opportunity to connect ideas, people, and resources — and turn bold concepts into real-world impact.

Responsabilities

Innovation Financing:

• Identify and monitor relevant funding programs at the European and also international. Locally, it could be national, and at regional levels (including grants, tax credits (CIR, CII), and calls for collaborative projects such as Horizon Europe, Bpifrance and also with the broader resource ecosystem to bring opportunities for the Group).
• Match and manage a pipeline of such funding opportunities for the internal or potential projects aligned with the Innovation Roadmap and strategic priorities.
• Prepare and support the submission of funding proposals, working closely with internal teams to ensure quality and alignment.
• Work collaboratively with project teams throughout the lifecycle of funded projects to ensure smooth execution and compliance.
• Collaborate with R&D, finance, legal, and projects teams to collect the necessary data
• Track regulatory developments and funding trends to keep the organization informed and agile.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, finance, legal, and project teams to gather and validate required data.

Startup Scouting:

• Identify high-potential startups through databases, industry events, incubators, and accelerators, and maintain a curated repository of innovative technologies with strong potential to enhance Eramet’s R&D portfolio.
• Build and nurture a strong innovation network by engaging with global startup accelerators, incubators, venture capital firms, government bodies, universities, and research institutes to uncover emerging technologies and spinouts.
• Initiate contacts between external technology partners and Eramet.  Work with internal stakeholders to enable technical and business discussions, facilitating evaluation, and driving PoCs.

Your Profile

• Master’s degree or higher in innovation management, engineering, business, public affairs, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in innovation funding, technology scouting, or partnership development, ideally within an industrial or R&D environment.
• Proven track record in preparing and managing public funding applications (e.g., Horizon Europe, Bpifrance,...).
• Strong understanding of European and French innovation funding ecosystems, including grants, tax incentives, and collaborative project calls. It desirable if the candidate know how it works abroad.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence both internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Comfortable working across multidisciplinary teams (R&D, finance, legal, business units).
• Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and execution

Our advantages

Join Eramet, a responsible and committed mining group, for an exciting career in a dynamic, inclusive and international working environment, with numerous development opportunities!​

Join Eramet's teams and benefit from:​

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• An attractive remuneration package including a fixed annual salary, performance-related variable pay, profit-sharing and incentive schemes and various bonuses depending on your position.​
• Access to an employee share ownership program ​
• A comprehensive employee savings and retirement plan co-financed by the company​
• 100% reimbursement of your Navigo pass or sustainable mobility package (bicycle, car-sharing, season ticket, transport allowance, etc.). ​
• Up to 2 days' teleworking per week, depending on your team's working arrangements​
• Mutual health and provident insurance​
• Access to discounted leisure activities​

With a presence on five continents and over 70 nationalities, Eramet is by nature a diverse group. Convinced that diversity is an asset, we are committed to welcoming all talents, whatever their gender, disability, age, social or cultural origin, or sexual orientation. We guarantee everyone support and development opportunities throughout their career.