National Specification Manager – Institutional Business

Sika; India; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sika is seeking a National Specification Manager for the Institutional Business in India. The role entails driving specification-based business growth by influencing project stakeholders and ensuring robust conversion into sales.

The ideal candidate will hold a BE in Civil Engineering, possess 15 to 20 years of experience in specifications, and have a strong network with consultants and architects. This position offers competitive salaries aligned with local benchmarks.

Qualifications

• 15 to 20 years of experience in specifications.
• Strong network with consultants, architects, and institutional clients.

Responsibilities

• Drive specification-based business growth across institutional segments.
• Engage with consultants and architects to secure product specifications.
• Develop and execute national strategy for institutional segments.

Skills

Specification Selling

Project Influence

Relationship Building

Technical Presentations

Strategic Account Management

Education

BE Civil

Job description

National Specification Manager – Institutional BusinessNational Specification Manager – Institutional BusinessApply Now1. Career2. Join Us3. National Specification Manager – Institutional Business## About the RoleDrive **specification-based business growth** across institutional segments by influencing project stakeholders at the design stage and ensuring conversion into sales through strong execution with sales teams.This role is responsible for **building a sustainable specification pipeline**, securing product approvals in institutional projects, and strengthening relationships with key influencers such as consultants, architects, government bodies, and large institutional clients.**Specification Selling & Project Influence*** Identify and track large institutional and infrastructure projects at early design stages* Engage with consultants, architects, PMC, and developers to **secure product specifications*** Influence product selection through technical presentations and solution-based approach* Ensure company products are embedded in project BOQs/specifications(Core expectation: driving specification at pre-construction stage to ensure downstream sales)**Institutional Business Development*** Develop and execute **national strategy for institutional segment** (hospitals, metros, airports, data centers, government, PSU, etc.)* Build relationships with key institutional stakeholders and decision-makers* Identify and onboard strategic institutional accounts and long-term contracts* Drive conversion of specified projects into firm business with sales teams**Cross-Functional Coordination*** Work closely with: + Sales teams for conversion of specifications into orders + Technical services for solution development and approvals + Product management for positioning and new product introduction* Align specification pipeline with **commercial execution plans****Training & Technical Advocacy*** Conduct technical presentations, seminars for stakeholders* Promote new technologies, systems, and solutions* Support digital tools for better specification adoption## Your Skills and Experience* **Education:** BE Civil* **Experience:** 15 to 20 Years in Specifications.* Strong network with consultants, architects, and institutional clients### Why Join UsWe offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.