Manager- R&D

Job Title: Technical Manager / Sr. Technical Manager- Product Development- Base PLT

Location:  Pune, Avery Dennison Innovation & Knowledge Center, Ranjangaon MIDC.

The role is responsible for delivering  the initiatives planned as part of the Base PLT to achieve Material cost out and Growth in the Base Products .

• This role will work very closely with the business teams, Product management team, procurement team to identify opportunities for the cost reduction and differentiation for South Asia and SSA/ME
• Ensure that the ideas and projects identified follow the complete process of evaluation as per the Stage gating process and the planned dates of commercialization are met.
• Identify opportunities for differentiation in the products and ensure that the product and Technology roadmap for the base portfolio is aligned and actions are taken.
• Will ensure that the NPS numbers for the base portfolio from the perspective of new launches is met through timely execution of actions.
• Will oversee the pilot coater operations  and ensure that the pilot coating capabilities are leveraged completely for business benefits.

External collaboration: 

• Cross-functional interactions with procurement team to identify suppliers, connect with supplier/customer for innovation ideation and pipeline
• Work closely with the segment and product management teams to uncover the unmet needs, work on requirements and deliver the same.

Key Accountabilities:

• Delivery of Cost out numbers as per plan for both South Asia and SSA/ME
• Delivery of all New Growth projects in the Base PLT for both South Asia and SSA.
• Ensure delivery of NPS numbers and Profitability of the New projects to meet the business requirements.
• Work closely with the cross functional teams to ensure that all bottlenecks are mitigated and project delivery happens on time.

Aspects Highly Preferred: 

• Basic knowledge of polymer/rubber and allied materials.
• Basic knowledge of testing equipments

Required Skills:

• Fluent in both spoken and written English.
• Strong Technical report writing & Presentation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Able to work with regional colleagues
• Strong command of common computer software programs (i.e. Google platforms etc.).

Key Competencies:

• Drive for results - Self-motivated & Independent.
• Promote collaboration and foster open communication across regional & organization boundaries.

Education & Qualifications:

• PhD in chemistry / Masters in Chemistry with good understanding of material science .
• Experience :10+ Years Industry experience
• Project Management skills – Drive; document and execute strategies when leading projects to meet the business needs and timeframes.
• Excellent problem solving analysis and analytical skills.
• Customer focus with strong customer relationship-building experience.
• Excellent written technical and verbal communication and presentation skills.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.