17 Sep
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Coromandel International
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Secunderabad
17 Sep
Coromandel International
Secunderabad
We are looking for an experienced Formulations R&D; Head to lead formulation development, technology transfer, scale-up, and innovation initiatives in the agrochemical industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Pipeline Management: Lead the end-to-end R&D; project lifecycle from laboratory development and physicochemical characterization to pilot-scale validation and commercialization.
- Technology Transfer & Scale-Up: Drive seamless technology transfer from lab to commercial manufacturing, resolving formulation and process-related challenges.
- Cost Optimization & CAPEX: Implement cost-reduction initiatives through raw material optimization, alternate sourcing, waste minimization, and execution of CAPEX projects.
- Intellectual Property & Regulatory Support: Develop patentable technologies and support product registrations through technical dossier generation and regulatory documentation.
- EHS & Quality Governance:
Ensure full compliance with ISO standards, safety regulations, PCB norms, and quality management systems.
- Team & Vendor Management: Lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists and manage vendor qualification for raw materials, packaging materials, and equipment.
Desired Profile:
- Education: Postgraduate degree or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Agricultural Chemistry, Soil Science, or related disciplines.
- Experience: 18-20+ years of experience in agrochemical/pesticide formulation development and commercialization.
- Technical Expertise: Solid knowledge of formulation technologies such as EC, OD, SC, WP, WG, scale-up processes, surfactant chemistry, inert compatibility, regulatory support, product registrations, cost management, and analytical interpretation.
📌 Formulations Head-R&D (Secunderabad)
🏢 Coromandel International
📍 Secunderabad