Research & Development

Zodiac HR Consultants; Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Zodiac HR Consultants is seeking a dynamic R&D leader to head end-to-end coil coatings development in Mumbai. You will drive innovative products from concept through commercialization, coordinate with Sales, Production, QC, SCM, and Technical Service teams, and push localization and optimization initiatives to meet market needs.

The role emphasizes leadership, sustainability, and delivering cost-effective solutions in a fast-paced materials science environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in coil coatings or related polymer coatings.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to drive new product development from concept to commercialization.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end R&D activities for coil coatings products including Polyester, SMP, PVDF, PU, Primer, Back Coat, and Specialty Coatings.
• Develop innovative and cost-effective products aligned with customer and market requirements.
• Drive product localization and raw material optimization initiatives.
• Ensure timely development and commercialization of new products.
• Work closely with Sales, Production, QC, SCM, and Technical Service teams for successful project execution.

Skills

R&D leadership

Coatings technology

Product development

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Technical & Product Development

• Lead end-to-end R&D activities for Coil Coatings products including Polyester, SMP, PVDF, PU, Primer, Back Coat, and Specialty Coatings.
• Develop innovative and cost-effective products aligned with customer and market requirements.
• Drive product localization and raw material optimization initiatives.
• Ensure timely development and commercialization of new products.
• Work closely with Sales, Production, QC, SCM, and Technical Service teams for successful project execution.

Innovation & Technology

• Identify emerging technologies, market trends, and competitor developments in the coil coatings segment.
• Drive continuous improvement and value engineering projects.
• Lead sustainability and eco-friendly product development initiatives.
• Introduce digitalization and process improvement practices within R&D operations.

Customer & Business Support

• Provide technical support to key customers and resolve product-related concerns.
• Participate in customer visits, technical discussions, and business development activities.
• Support new business acquisition through customized product solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor the R&D Coil team to build strong technical capabilities.
• Drive performance management, capability building, succession planning, and employee engagement within the department.
• Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability.