R&D Manager

7 days ago

Kolkata, India Michael Page Full time

About Our Client

A household cleaning products manufacturing company based in Kolkata, West Bengal. Their operations emphasize strategic sourcing, vendor development, cost optimization, and compliance, indicating a mature and process-driven FMCG setup.

Job Description

New Product Development (NPD)

- Develop and formulate new detergent products aligned with market demands.

- Conduct laboratory trials, stability tests, and pilot-scale trials to validate formulations.

- Prepare product specifications, analytical methods, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Quality and Process Improvement

- Analyze and optimize existing formulations for improved performance and cost efficiency.

- Provide technical support to production teams for troubleshooting and enhancing product quality.

- Perform root cause analysis on product complaints and implement corrective measures.

Compliance and Documentation

- Ensure products adhere to safety, quality, and environmental regulations.

- Maintain accurate lab records, formulation documentation, and trial reports.

- Support audit processes by providing necessary documentation and technical data.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Collaborate with procurement on raw material evaluation and supplier technical discussions.

- Assist marketing with technical data, product samples, and validation of claims.

- Work with quality teams to develop testing protocols for new products.

Innovation and Market Research

- Monitor emerging trends, competitor products, and technological advancements.

- Identify opportunities for sustainable, eco-friendly formulations and packaging innovations.

- Conduct benchmarking studies to improve product performance.

The Successful Applicant

- B.Tech/M.Tech Degree. MBA will be highly preferred.

- Minimum of 10+ years of experience in detergent formulation and process development.

- Strong background in new product development, quality improvement, and process optimization.

- Proven expertise in conducting lab trials, stability testing, and scaling up formulations to production.

- In-depth knowledge of compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards in product development.

- Excellent problem-solving skills with experience in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.

- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including procurement, marketing, production, and quality.

- Experience in driving innovation through research on new raw materials, technologies, and sustainable solutions.

- Strong documentation skills, with experience preparing specifications, SOPs, and supporting audits.

- Effective communication skills, both technical and interpersonal, to support supplier and stakeholder interactions.

What's on Offer

- Opportunity to work in a leading organisation in the chemical industry.

- Opportunity to work in a high visibility role

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