Design Lead Manager uPVC Category (Windows & Doors)
Job Summary
Role Overview :
We are looking for a Lead - uPVC Category Designto drive design strategy innovation and product development for uPVC doors & windows. The role will lead the design function enhance product aesthetics & performance and align offerings with market trends and customer expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic & Innovation:
Technical:
Our client is a leading brand in the building materials space and part of a reputed Indian conglomerate with a strong legacy and nationwide presence. The company specializes in uPVC and aluminium windows & doors and is known for its innovation quality and large-scale operations across India.
We are looking for a Lead - uPVC Category Designto drive design strategy innovation and product development for uPVC doors & windows. The role will lead the design function enhance product aesthetics & performance and align offerings with market trends and customer expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic & Innovation:
- Lead design innovation for uPVC product category
- Track market trends competitor offerings and customer preferences
- Strengthen product positioning through design differentiation
- Own end-to-end design lifecycle: concept prototyping production
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and quality benchmarks
- Drive project timelines efficiency and execution
- Optimize design costs in collaboration with procurement
- Contribute to revenue growth through market-relevant designs
- Ensure budget adherence
- Build customer-centric product designs
- Integrate feedback into product improvements
- Work with vendors/suppliers for material quality
- Lead and mentor design team
- Drive cross-functional collaboration (R&D Marketing Manufacturing)
- Support hiring and team capability building
Technical:
- Strong expertise in uPVC / Aluminium systems (Windows & Doors)
- Hands-on experience in CAD tools (AutoCAD / SolidWorks)
- Knowledge of materials manufacturing processes & prototyping
- Understanding of industry standards & compliance
- Product design & development
- Project management
- Market & competitor analysis
- Quality assurance
- Strong leadership & team management
- Creativity & innovation mindset
- Excellent communication & problem-solving
- Experience in Building Materials / Fenestration / uPVC / Aluminium systems
- Proven experience in product design leadership roles
- Strong exposure to end-to-end product development lifecycle
Our client is a leading brand in the building materials space and part of a reputed Indian conglomerate with a strong legacy and nationwide presence. The company specializes in uPVC and aluminium windows & doors and is known for its innovation quality and large-scale operations across India.
Required Experience:
Manager