Manager - NPD
From Date:
21 Feb 2026
Location:
Mumbai, MH, IN, 400 036
Group Company:
KEC
Responsibilities
- Handle day-to-day polymer-related technical queries from production, quality, and marketing/sales teams.
- Develop, modify, and support PVC and Rubber compounding formulations for cable insulation and sheathing applications
- Lead new formulation development and customization based on customer and regulatory requirements
- Support new product approvals, trials, and commercialization activities
- Drive value engineering and cost-reduction initiatives without compromising product performance and compliance
- Coordinate with manufacturing, quality, and procurement teams for smooth implementation of new compounds
- Lead vendor development for polymers, additives, fillers, and other raw materials
- Evaluate alternative raw materials and suppliers for performance, availability, and cost optimization\
- Support failure analysis and root cause analysis related to polymer and compound issues
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and customer specifications
- Maintain technical documentation, formulation records, and approval data
- Keep abreast of new polymer technologies, additives, and compounding trends relevant to cable manufacturing.
- Solve customer complaints related to Polymers.
Qualification : BE/Btech