General Manager- Research And Development (Decorative & Enamel Paints)
NCL Buildtek Limited
- Location
- Hyderabad, Telangana, India
- Job type
- Full-time
Required skills
- chemical engineering
- compliance
- cross-functional
- end-to-end
- Polymer
- team development
- technical support
About the role
NCL Buildtek Limited
Website:
nclbuildtek.com
Job details:
Department
R and D
Min Years of Exp.
yrs
Job Location
Hyderabad, Telangana
CTC
25-30 LPA
Job Description
Job description
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Define and execute the R&D vision, strategy, and innovation roadmap
- Drive long-term innovation in Decorative & Enamel Paints to ensure market leadership
- Track global trends, new technologies, and emerging materials
Product Development & Innovation
- Lead end-to-end development of advanced decorative and enamel paint products
- Drive innovation in low-VOC, eco-friendly, and sustainable coatings
- Oversee continuous improvement of existing products for performance and cost efficiency
R&D Operations & Governance
- Establish best practices in formulation development, testing, and validation
- Ensure efficient management of R&D labs, resources, and budgets
- Strengthen documentation, IP development, and knowledge management systems
Cross-functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, procurement, marketing, and sales teams
- Ensure seamless technology transfer and product commercialization
- Align R&D efforts with market needs and customer expectations
Quality, Compliance & Regulatory
- Ensure compliance with national and international standards, safety, and environmental norms
- Liaise with regulatory authorities for approvals and certifications
- Address critical quality issues and customer complaints with effective solutions
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead and mentor a large team of R&D professionals, chemists, and engineers
- Build a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Drive capability development and succession planning
Customer & Technical Engagement
- Provide strategic technical support to key clients and stakeholders
- Lead technical presentations, seminars, and training programs
- Support high-value projects through site visits and expert guidance
Performance & Benchmarking
- Benchmark products against competitors and global standards
- Drive cost optimization, process efficiency, and product differentiation
- Monitor R&D KPIs and ensure timely delivery of innovation projects
- Desired Candidate Profile:
- Qualification: B.Tech / M.Tech / M.Sc / PhD in Chemical Engineering / Chemistry / Polymer Science
- 20+ years of experience in Decorative & Enamel Paints R&D
- Strong expertise in water-based and solvent-based coating technologies
- Proven track record in new product development, innovation, and commercialization
- Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and decision-making capabilities
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