Head of Green Chelates R&D

Key Products : Phosphonates, Polymers, Oil field Chemicals and Biodegradable chelating agents to increase the efficiency and productivity of formulations or the end product

Key Applications : Laundry & Dishwash (Homecare), Industrial Water Solutions, Oil & Gas, Textiles

Industries Serve to : Detergents (Home & Personal Care), Industrial Cleaners, Water Treatment, Oil & Gas, Textiles and other industries like Sugar, Pulp & paper, Agriculture and Ceramics.

Role Summary

Position Title : Head Green Chelates

Location : Pune R&D Center, India

Reporting : Head Global R&D

Direct Reports : 3-5 synthesis scientists including PhDs

Key Result Areas (KRAs) for a Head Green Chelants

1. Leadership in Green Chelates Development :

• Lead and oversee the global R&D efforts focused on the development of green molecules including

Chelates, polymers, or other molecules; including molecules that are biodegradation, from green sources or others; hereafter referred as green chelants

chelating agents, aligning with global trends in sustainable chemistry and eco-friendly

solutions.

non-toxic chelates that meet the needs of key industrial applications (e.g., detergents,

water treatment, agriculture).

2. Technical Expertise in Chelates :

agents, focusing on their chemical properties, synthesis,

performance, and environmental impact.

chelates, with a focus on green chemistry principles.

3. Cross-Functional Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement :

customers to stay ahead of the latest innovations and market trends in green chelates

and sustainable chemistry.

4. Sustainability and Environmental Leadership :

sustainability requirements, with a particular focus on minimizing the ecological

footprint of chelating agents.

addressing both customer and regulatory demands for eco-friendly solutions.

5. Product Development and Optimization :

performance characteristics, lower cost, and better biodegradability.

production methods for green chelates.

6. Technology Transfer and Commercialization :

smooth scaling up of processes.

necessary for marketing, sales, and customer education.

7. Regulatory Compliance and Market Positioning :

REACH, EPA), and position the product offerings as environmentally responsible

alternatives to traditional chelates.

requirements for performance and safety while maintaining a commitment to

sustainability.

8. Strategic Direction and Innovation :

materials, and emerging technologies that could enhance the development of, and other sustainable chelates.

maintain the company’s competitive edge in the green chelates market.

9. Team Leadership and Development :

professional development to staff while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

to drive successful product development.