Manager - Technical Marketing and Market Development

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Manager – Technical Marketing and Market Development

Godrej Industries Limited – Chemicals

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

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Job Title: Manager – Technical Marketing and Market Development

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Function: Marketing

Business: Godrej Industries Limited – Chemicals

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

About Godrej Industries Group (GIG)

At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries.

https://www.godrejindustries.com/

About Godrej Industries Limited (Chemicals)

Godrej Industries Limited (Chemicals Division) is one of the oldest businesses of the Godrej Industries Group with a rich legacy and a pioneering presence in the Chemical Industry. We proactively collaborate with our partners to create sustainable solutions in the Oleochemicals, Derivatives and Surfactants market.

https://www.godrejchemicals.com/

About the role

As a Technical Marketing and Market Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving the commercialisation of innovative products and applications. You’ll collaborate closely with R&D, Business Development and Marketing teams to identify new market opportunities, create compelling value propositions and develop marketing strategies that ensure the successful launch of cutting-edge products.

Key Responsibilities:

- Partner with R&D to design and develop products tailored to market needs

- Lead value chain mapping to identify cross-selling and up-selling opportunities within existing accounts

- Work alongside Business Development Managers to commercialise new product innovations

- Develop and execute marketing strategies and collateral to successfully launch and position new products

- Analyze market trends and customer feedback to inform product development and ensure market alignment

- Build a strong product pipeline by identifying high-impact innovation opportunities and turning them into actionable business plans

- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams (sales, marketing, R&D) to ensure smooth execution of product initiatives

Who are we looking for?

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field (Advanced degree preferred).

Experience:

• Proven experience in technical marketing, product management, or market development, preferably within the chemicals, materials, or related industries
• Strong knowledge of the oleochemicals market and emerging trends
• Experience working with R&D teams to successfully launch innovative products
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Skills:

• Proven track record in identifying new market opportunities and creating solutions that address customer needs
• Strong project management skills with the ability to align multiple initiatives with business goals and deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions, aligning R&D, marketing and business teams to drive success
• In-depth understanding of market dynamics, customer needs, and the competitive landscape
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly to stakeholders at all levels

What’s in it for you?

Be an equal parent

Childcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners

• 6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers
• 2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers
• Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel

Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment

No place for discrimination at Godrej

Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy

Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses

Coverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapy

Community partnerships and advocacy

Persons with Disability (PwD) care

We are selfish about your wellness

Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options

Elder care for those who might need to extend support to senior family members

Preventative healthcare support

Outpatient Department (OPD) coverage, including vaccinations, dental, vision, etc.

Uncapped sick leave

Flexible work options, including remote working and part-time work

Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling

Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way

Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements

Digital and offline instant recognition platforms.

An inclusive Godrej

Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. It’s not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.

We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.

If this sounds like a role for you, apply now!

We look forward to meeting you.