Assistant Manager / Manager Research & Development

Role Overview: You will be a highly agile and adaptable individual, able to adjust seamlessly to the evolving needs of the business. It is essential for you to have a solid understanding of packaging regulations and guidelines across different markets, along with expertise in sustainable packaging solutions, recyclability, and waste management practices. Key Responsibilities: - Technology Innovation and Capability Development: - Develop and qualify sustainable materials effectively. - Understand waste management systems for key geographies. - Possess comprehensive knowledge of recyclability standards across various regions. - Stakeholder Management: - Manage internal stakeholders such as Sales, Supply Chain, Marketing, Quality, and Plant Engineering, as well as external stakeholders like Brand Owners, Convertors, Testing Laboratories, and Research Partners for small to medium-scale projects. - Project Management: - Lead medium-scale networks for technology projects, ensuring on-time delivery using a defined Design of Experiments (DoE) framework. - Oversee the qualification, approval, and testing processes for recycled plastic materials. - Digitalization: - Contribute to developing predictive models for resin characterization. - Develop and implement playbooks for in-house data management systems. Qualification Required: - Educational Background: - Bachelors/Masters 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. Additional Details: The ideal candidate should also have technical proficiency in material sciences, packaging technology, sustainability, and post-consumer recycled materials. Moreover, possessing a robust understanding of the FMCG sector, including the packaging materials supply chain and market dynamics, will be beneficial. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written in English, along with proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel, are required. Strong interpersonal skills, project management capabilities, and a methodical approach to data analysis are key competencies needed for this role.,