Assistant Manager / Manager Research & Development

Location: Hyderabad, HO

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: 80k – 1 Lac / month

Job Overview

This role demands a highly agile and adaptable individual who can seamlessly adjust to the evolving needs of the business. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of packaging regulations and guidelines across various markets, alongside a strong foundation in material sciences and conversion technologies. Expertise in sustainable packaging solutions and a comprehensive knowledge of recyclability and waste management practices in relevant geographies are critical for success.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technology Innovation and Capability Development

• Expertise in the development and qualification of sustainable materials.
• In-depth understanding of waste management systems for key geographies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of recyclability standards across different regions

2. Stakeholder Management

• Ability to manage both internal and external stakeholders for small to mediumscale projects.
• Internal stakeholders: Sales, Supply Chain, Marketing, Quality, and Plant Engineering.
• External stakeholders: Brand Owners, Convertors, Testing Laboratories, and Research Partners.

3. Project Management

• Lead and drive medium-scale networks for technology projects, ensuring on-time delivery (OTIF) using a defined Design of Experiments (DoE) framework.
• Oversee the qualification, approval, and testing processes for recycled plastic materials.

4. Digitalization

• Contribute to the development of predictive models for resin characterization.
• Develop and implement playbooks for in-house data management systems

Key Competencies and Knowledge:

Technical Proficiency:

Strong knowledge of material sciences, packaging technology, sustainability, and post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials. Understanding of the latest technological advancements in packaging, along with structural design expertise.

Industry Knowledge:

A robust understanding of the FMCG sector, including the packaging materials supply chain and market dynamics.

Communication Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication in English. Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups, adapting style and language to suit the audience

Presentation and Analytical Skills:

Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel, with a methodical approach to data analysis and strong logical reasoning skills.

Interpersonal Skills:

Persuasive and influential, with a strong customer service orientation. Capable of effective collaboration and coordination across multiple stakeholders.

Project Management:

Ability to lead projects within defined timelines and ensure successful execution

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Packaging/Polymer Technology from CIPET or equivalent institute or a PG Diploma in Packaging Science and Technology from IIP, SIES, or equivalent institutions.
• Industry Experience: 4-6 years of relevant experience within the FMCG or Pharma industries is preferred.