Mumbai Technology Manager Hydrogenation

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Technology Manager- Hydrogenation We are a leading chemical company, with the best teams developing intelligent solutions for our customers, and for a sustainable future. We connect and develop people with diverse talents all over the world. For you, this means a variety of ways to progress. Not only your performance but also your personality matter to us, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, orientation, and background. At BASF, careers develop from opportunities. About The Role Global Business Management Hydrogenation & Specialty Catalysts, we are promoting and selling catalysts based on a profound market research. We are developing and advertising new products to drive sustainable innovations together with our customers . How Will You Do It Business Development and Technical Leadership Lead the technical development of customer proposals, including process and design concepts, performance calculations, and warranty considerations. Identify new industry trends, represent the technical value proposition in business development activities, customer discussions, and external presentations. Business Execution and Technical Service Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by supporting start-up activities, monitoring operating data, and delivering training related to catalyst performance. Serve as the primary technical contact for customers on catalyst / performance questions, operational issues, and troubleshooting. Technical Expertise and Product Ownership Act as the technical owner for the assigned catalyst and technology portfolio. Maintain deep technical expertise in product performance, applications, and limitations to support internal and external stakeholders. Lead market/Customer driven continuous innovation, optimization, and product differentiation in collaboration with research and development teams. Cross-Functional Interface Management Collaborate closely with Research and Development, Marketing, Regional Sales, and Production/Operations to align technical and business priorities. Translate market and customer needs into technical requirements and actionable development priorities. What We Look For Education: preferred PhD in Chemistry / Chemical Engineering / Master in Chemistry / Chemical Engineering Working Experience: Min. 5 years of technical experience in the field of chemical catalysts and processes, sound understanding of chemical reactions and processes Technical & Professional Knowledge: Experience with customer interaction; Good communication skills, team player able to work across organizational boundaries Innovative and solution-oriented mindset to drive and implement creative, out-of-the-box ideas. Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills (including English). Strong change management, interpersonal skills, and deep organizational awareness. Strong project steering and management. Work Loction Godrej One - Vikhroli (Mumbai) Godrej One - Mumbai, IND BASF India Limited Production, Maintenance & Technical Services Permanent 141625 Production India Hybrid