Head of Research And Development

R&D Head Role Summary:

R&D Head for our LED TV ODM division

Key Responsibilities:

New Product Development:

Lead the end-to-end R&D lifecycle for LED TV products, from concept to commercialization, in alignment with customer requirements and market needs.

Innovation & Technology Integration:

Identify and integrate emerging technologies and innovations into product design and manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, performance, and user experience.

Market Intelligence:

Stay abreast of global LED TV trends, competitor benchmarks, and product launches to ensure our offerings remain ahead of the curve.

Support to Production:

Provide technical and design support to on-floor production teams to ensure seamless product rollouts and resolve any technical bottlenecks.

Manufacturing Process Optimization:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing processes, reduce cycle time, and drive cost reductions without compromising on quality.

Customer Collaboration:

Work closely with clients/OEMs for new product co-development, product customizations, and technical presentations during pre-sales and development phases.

Product Testing & Reliability:

Oversee product validation processes including reliability testing, quality benchmarking, and compliance with national/international standards.

Quality & Cost Focus:

Drive initiatives to enhance product quality while simultaneously identifying cost-saving opportunities through design innovation, material substitution, or process improvements.

Team Leadership:

Build and lead a high-performing R&D team fostering a culture of innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Key Requirements:

• 15 years of experience in R&D, preferably in LED TV, mobile/ display technologies, or consumer electronics.

• Proven track record of leading new product development and successful product launches in ODM/OEM environments..

• Expertise in reliability and environmental testing, design validation, and quality assurance.

• Ability to interface effectively with customers, vendors, and cross-functional teams.

• Hands-on experience with cost analysis, BOM optimization, and design for manufacturability.

• Strategic mindset with strong project management and leadership capabilities.

Preferred Competencies:

• Agile and adaptive to changing technology and market trends

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management

• High degree of technical curiosity and innovation mindset