Team Manager, Technology

Key responsibilities:

1. Build efficient and effective technology team (people, tools and work processes) to cover all new product development and trouble shooting activities associated with the customers.

2. To prioritize projects in discussion with Product Manager / Key Account Manager (Sales)

3. Responsible for the development and execution of robust technical plans, key milestones, technical risk assessments, for prioritized projects.

4. Guide team members for Product / shade development, Modification as per Customer requirements.

5. Guide Subordinates for formulating the fit for purpose products.

6. Build local development capability to develop Fit-for-purpose products to meet local market needs.

7. Interact with Regional / Global Technology / Product Management for Technology updates.

8. Effectively collaborate with product, operations, supply chain and sourcing to prioritize work and address future needs.

9. Provide Customer Support for Product Launch, Problem solving, Process improvement.

10. Presentation to Customers on New Products / Technologies

11. To work in CFT for Customer complaints / Issue resolution

12. To interact with RMT for introduction of new Raw Materials.

13. To generate & implement VMI and IE reduction ideas

14. To mitigate RM supply issues by providing suitable alternates.

15. Identify Training requirements of Team & arrange training with help of HR

16. To maintain 5S in Laboratory & office area.

17. Accomplish other tasks assigned by superior.

Key requirements:

1. Postgraduate in Chemistry, Polymer science, Graduate in Paint Technology, Chemical engineering, Graduate in Chemistry + Diploma in Paint Technology.

2. Minimum 12+ years related work experience in Paint or allied industry out of which 5+ years in leading technical professionals.

3. Should have experience in Automotive Coatings.

4. Good knowledge of Paint Formulations, Raw Materials, Application Techniques is highly preferred. Technical knowledge and experience in managing new product development and product support programs.

5. Business acumen and knowledge of basic economics and budgeting.

6. Strong ownership mindset, Leadership and team-work spirit.

7. Excellent Inter-personal communication, Presentation & Organizational Management skills.

8. Ability to serve as a knowledgeable resource to the organization's management team that provides leadership and direction.

9. Ability to provide high degree of Confidentiality.