New Product Development (New Materials)
Date: 28 Sept 2026
Location: IN
Company: Phillips Carbon Black Ltd
Role Description
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ROLE TITLE / DESIGNATION |
Product Manager - New Product Development (New Materials) |
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DEPARTMENT |
Program & Product Management |
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REPORT TO (JOB TITLE ONLY) |
Head - Program & Product Management |
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LOCATION |
Head Office (HO) |
Role Purpose
To lead the identification, development, evaluation, qualification, and commercialization of advanced battery materials for next-generation lithium-ion cell technologies. The role will drive strategic programs focused on silicon-based anode materials, conductive additives, binders, electrolytes, cathode materials, and other emerging chemistries to enhance battery energy density, cycle life, fast-charging capability, safety, and cost competitiveness. The incumbent will act as the interface between R&D, manufacturing, procurement, suppliers, and technology partners to ensure successful development and deployment of advanced battery materials.
Key Result Areas
| OBJECTIVE (AREA) | HOW (METHODS OF ACHIEVEMENT) | MEASUREMENT (END RESULT) |
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| New Material Technology Roadmap | Develop and maintain roadmap for cathode, anode, electrolyte, separator, additives, binders, and emerging battery materials | Approved technology roadmap and portfolio pipeline |
| New Product Development Programs | Lead stage-gate development from concept to commercialization for advanced battery materials | Successful completion of milestones within timelines and budget |
| Technology Scouting & Innovation | Track global advancements, patents, startups, research institutes, and supplier innovations | Number of qualified opportunities evaluated and adopted |
| Cross-functional Program Management | Coordinate R&D, procurement, quality, manufacturing, engineering, and marketing teams | On-time program execution and milestone achievement |
| Material Qualification & Validation | Define testing protocols and validate electrochemical, mechanical, and safety performance | Material qualification success rate and performance targets achieved |
| Supplier Development & Collaboration | Collaborate with raw material suppliers, technology partners, universities, and research organizations | Strategic partnerships established and development projects completed |
| Cost Optimization & Localization | Identify alternative materials and localization opportunities without compromising performance | Material cost reduction and localization percentage |
| Commercialization Readiness | Ensure scale-up feasibility, manufacturing readiness, and regulatory compliance | Successful pilot-to-production transition |
| Risk Management | Identify technical, supply chain, regulatory, and commercialization risks | Reduction in project delays and risk exposure |
| Product Competitiveness | Benchmark products against industry leaders and emerging technologies | Improvement in battery performance, lifecycle, safety, and cost metrics |
Organizational Chart
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Designation of immediate superior to whom position will report |
Head - Program & Product Management |
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Role designation of the hiring position |
Product Manager - New Product Development (New Materials) |
Work Relationship
| CONTACT POINT | DESIGNATION OF PERSON CONTACT | PURPOSE OF CONTACT |
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| INTERNAL | ||
| R&D | Head R&D, Scientists, Cell Development Team | Material development, validation, and technology integration |
| Manufacturing | Plant Head, Production Managers | Industrialization, process compatibility, and scale-up activities |
| Quality | Quality Head, Testing Teams | Qualification, reliability, and compliance assessments |
| Procurement | Strategic Sourcing Team | Supplier development and sourcing strategy |
| Marketing & Sales | Product Marketing Managers | Market requirements and commercialization planning |
| Finance | Business Finance Team | Business case preparation and project approvals |
| EXTERNAL | ||
| Raw Material Suppliers | Technical & Commercial Representatives | Material qualification and development programs |
| Research Institutes & Universities | Scientists and Researchers | Joint development and technology evaluation |
| Customers/OEMs | Technical Program Managers | Performance requirements and product validation |
| Certification & Regulatory Bodies | Technical Auditors and Assessors | Compliance and certification requirements |
Experience
8-15 years in battery materials development, lithium-ion technology, advanced materials research, cell development, or energy storage industry
Competencies
Skills
