Entity:

Customers & Products

Job Family Group:

Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group

Job Description:

Are you ready to join a team that’s driving the future of lubricants & beyond and setting new industry standards? Discover how our diverse and passionate people at Castrol are shaping the industry – and how you can be part of this journey.

We’re seeking talented experts who share our passion for innovation and perfection. Bring your outstanding perspective, collaborative spirit, and challenge our thinking as we continue to own the way in the lubricants market & build businesses beyond lubricants. This is your chance to learn, grow, and thrive in a dynamic and inclusive organization.

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Castrol is a global leader in lubricants and part of the bp Group, one of the world’s largest energy companies. In India, Castrol is a publicly listed company, leading in the Automotive, Industrial, and Marine lubricant sectors. With iconic brands, relentless innovation, strong customer relationships, and a team of highly motivated employees, we have maintained our market leadership in India for over a century. Our robust manufacturing and distribution network in India helps us reach consumers through more than 135,000 outlets.

At Castrol, success knows no bounds. We offer a fast-paced learning environment where you can develop your career, whether in specialized functions or on a general management track. Castrol India has a proud legacy of championing top talent for leadership roles, both locally and globally.

We are currently looking for Industrialization Manager based at Mumbai with details mentioned below.

· Drive, implement and optimize RM (Raw Material) and formulation value engineering programs to increase flexibility and optionality in product offerings.

· Work closely with the Global Competitiveness efforts within the Product Portfolio Delivery (PPD) construct as the Single Point of Accountability (SPA) for the INSA PU in RM/Industrialization space.

· Work with the cross functional team to continuously improve product formulations, ensuring that products are cost-competitive while meeting or exceeding quality standards

· Champion risk-based decision-making in product development to optimize Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and create flexibility in product features to maintain competitiveness in the market

· Support and in certain circumstances, drive flexibility and optionality in base oil selection, ensuring that the manufacturing plants can adapt to market fluctuations, regulatory changes, and sourcing constraints while maintaining product performance.

· Develop strategies to enhance base oil fungibility and reduce dependency on any single raw material, optimizing production efficiency and cost-effectiveness across manufacturing facilities.

· Work closely with procurement and technology to implement innovative sourcing strategies that enhance competitiveness and cost efficiency across the value chain.

· Collaborate with internal teams, including technology, marketing, S&OP Planning, and procurement, to ensure that product formulations align with market demands and cost objectives

· Continuously analyze competitor activities, product portfolios, and market trends to identify new opportunities for cost optimization and competitiveness improvements.

· Provide insights into the competitive landscape to inform product strategy, innovation, and cost management decisions.

Key Performance Metrics:

· Drive Annual COGS reduction through optimized formulations, raw material sourcing, and manufacturing improvements.

· Support cost optimization programs, meeting targeted savings annually.

· Support base oil flexibility and optimization across manufacturing plants, enhancing production efficiency and reducing dependency on specific raw materials.

· Foster strong collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with business goals and delivering projects on-time and within budget.

Travel Requirement

Negligible travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is eligible for relocation within country

Remote Type:

This position is not available for remote working

Skills:

Agility core practices, Agility tools, Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Commercial Acumen, Digital Fluency, Inventory Management, Logistics Management, Negotiating, Negotiation planning and preparation, Project Management, Risk Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Supply chain management, Sustainability awareness and action, Value creation and management

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.