Sr. Manager R&D - Speciality Chemicals & Lubricants in Noida, भारत

Hiring: Senior Manager – R&D (Speciality Chemicals & Lubricants)

One of our clients, a growing speciality chemicals manufacturing organization, is looking for an experienced Senior Manager – R&D to lead research and development initiatives, drive new product innovation, and oversee formulation development, technology transfer, and manufacturing scale-up.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the R&D team, fostering innovation, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

• Develop and implement R&D strategies aligned with business objectives and market requirements.

• Drive new product development for polymer applications and improve existing formulations based on customer feedback.

• Lead technology transfer and scale-up of water-based mould release agents, lubricants, die-cast lubricants, and other speciality chemical products from laboratory to production scale.

• Develop formulation strategies, establish technical laboratory capabilities, and define R&D policies and procedures.

• Work on water-based, solvent-based, and oil-based formulations, including wax, oil, and silicone emulsions, surfactants, additives, corrosion inhibitors, and metalworking fluids.

• Identify alternative and local sources for raw materials and packaging materials.

• Collaborate with Production, Quality Assurance, Marketing, and other cross-functional teams to ensure successful product commercialization.

• Establish SOPs, streamline workflows, and improve production processes, product quality, and operational efficiency.

• Manage product costing, quality assurance, capital budgets, and cost-reduction initiatives to improve profitability.

• Conduct product and process audits and implement Kaizen, 5S, best practices, and continuous improvement programs.

• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, quality requirements, and safety regulations.

• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage.

• Prepare and present R&D reports, project updates, and strategic recommendations to senior management.

Required Skills

• R&D Strategy Development

• Speciality Chemicals Formulation and Product Development

• Team Leadership and Technical Mentoring

• Technology Transfer and Scale-up Processes

• Process Improvement and Manufacturing Optimization

• Product Costing, Quality Management, and Cost Reduction

• Project and Budget Management

• Cross-functional Collaboration

• SOP Development and Compliance Management

• Continuous Improvement and Industry Trend Analysis

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 15+ years of experience in R&D, preferably in speciality chemicals, lubricants, or related chemical manufacturing industries.

• Strong technical expertise in formulation development, emulsions, lubricants, mould release agents, and metalworking fluids.

• Proven experience in transferring formulations from laboratory scale to commercial manufacturing.

• Experience managing R&D teams, setting up technical laboratories, and driving new product development.

• Strong understanding of process audits, quality systems, cost optimization, and manufacturing scale-up.