PrincipalChemist

To support the customers in IMEA market, Ecolab has established a state-of-the-art **Research, Development and Engineering** (RDE) center in Pune. We are seeking an **Principal** **Chemist** who has strong collaboration and teamwork skills, is self-motivated, has good communication skills, is creative problem solvers, and possess strong observation and agility and perception skills. **What You Will Do:** * Be part of the Operational Innovation team, driving value in the sourcing of raw materials by enabling material cost optimization, supply resilience, and revenue growth. * The successful candidate will gain insight into Ecolab raw materials and regulatory documentation and could take on greater responsibilities within Bridge over time. * Primary responsibility is to support raw material alternate supplier approval projects, with focus on regulatory compliance * Extract and organize data from SAP and other data management systems. * Conduct document reviews. * Work with procurement partners to expedite tasks and resolve issues * Compare chemical compositions * Analyze information to assess project complexity * Enter information into the project management tool * Collaborate with global OI team to prioritize work, solve problems and foster best practices * Support will extend beyond IMEA to other regions, e.g. Americas and Europe * May include work with Regulatory Affairs associates **Job Details:** * Location: Pune * Work Schedule: 12:30-9:30 PM (IST), to better overlap with workdays in Europe and the Americas. **Minimum Qualifications:** * Bachelor’s degree in chemistry/chemical engineering or related scientific discipline * 3 -5 years of professional experience, preferably chemistry-related. **Preferred Qualifications:** * Advanced degree in chemistry/chemical engineering or related scientific discipline * Regulatory background will be a plus * Strong attention to detail and process-oriented * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Proficiency in MS