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.