R&D Director
Core
Lead R&D strategy and product portfolio development for India's FMCG business, integrating consumer insights to drive category growth and competitive advantage.
Role type
Senior IC R&D Director (FMCG)
Builds
Winning product portfolios and regional innovation strategies
Domain
Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) / Emerging Markets
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Consumer insight translation, Portfolio strategy, Team leadership & coaching, Cross-functional partnership, Competitive landscape analysis, Regulatory & quality governance
Preferred skills
Masters or PhD in science/engineering from top campuses, Experience in building empowered global R&D teams
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Define consumer targets and product requirements to drive category growth; Develop innovation drumbeat for portfolio growth goals; Coach team on technical and consumer-based assessment methods; Partner with Commercial and Supply functions; Assess regional competitive landscape and develop performance strategies; Ensure governance practices in quality, regulatory, and safety.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight