Lead R&D - Building Finishing System

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Development & Coordination:
• Research and develop products as per the product ideas developed by product management.
• Follow company processes, supporting ISO compliance and procedures.
• Coordinate with the respective Sika global R&D manager for new product development projects.
• Raw Material & Supplier Management:
• Select and validate raw materials in coordination with the purchasing department.
• Support supplier selection and development to enhance product quality and reduce costs.
• Work on new/alternate vendor development to ensure product quality improvements and cost savings.
• Formulation & Production Procedures:
• Specify product formulations based on research and development needs.
• Define production procedures in collaboration with the production department.
• Troubleshooting & Technical Support:
• Provide troubleshooting support to technical, QC, and operations teams in case of unresolved customer complaints.
• Offer technical expertise to resolve product-related issues.
• Cost Optimization:
• Drive cost optimization efforts through product reformulation.
• Work on product enhancements to ensure both quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Ecology & Safety Compliance:
• Ensure the ecological and safety compliance of selected raw materials, intermediates, and final products.
• Confidentiality & Compliance:
• Maintain secrecy, safeguard confidential information, and comply with Sika's policies and guidelines.
• Collaboration for Toll Manufacturing:
• Develop formulations with Black Box for Toll Manufacturing locations.
• Collaboration with Retail & Market Teams:
• Work closely with the retail team and target market for product development to ensure alignment with market needs and trends.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong background in product development and research.
• Excellent coordination skills with global teams.
• Experience in raw material selection, supplier development, and formulation specification.
• Ability to provide technical support and troubleshoot complex issues.
• Knowledge of ecological and safety standards for raw materials and final products.
• Familiarity with cost optimization strategies in product development.