National KPM - Lead Developers
SikaAG
Posted: May 12, 2026
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Quick Summary
We are seeking a skilled Lead Developer to join our team in Navi Mumbai, India, to lead the development of innovative technologies for Sika's building sector clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the development of cutting-edge solutions and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and on budget. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development and a proven track record of delivering high-quality solutions.
Required Skills
Job Description
Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. In 2024, Sika’s around 33,000 employees generated annual sales of CHF 11.76 billion.
To lead and drive strategic engagement with key developers and large real estate groups across India (around 30 key developers in luxury segment), ensuring specification, approval, and business growth of company solutions across residential, commercial & mixed used. The role will focus on developing long-term partnerships with top developers, driving project influence at early stages, and achieving sustainable business growth through Key Project Management (KPM).
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Account Management
• Develop and execute national KPM strategy for key developers across India.
• Build and strengthen relationships with developers, consultants, architects, PMCs, and key stakeholders.
• Identify strategic developer accounts and drive preferred vendor positioning.
• Generate and manage business opportunities across waterproofing, admixtures, flooring, roofing, repair, building finishes, and related construction solutions.
• Influence specifications at design stage and ensure conversion into business.
• Support and work together with Sika regional/zonal teams in securing and executing key projects.
• Manage national project pipeline from concept to execution through effective cross-functional coordination.
• Conduct technical presentations, customer day, workshops, and value engineering discussions with stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and identify emerging sectors inside this business domain.
Educational Qualification
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering preferred.
• MBA in Marketing / Business Management will be an added advantage.
Experience
• 15–18 years of experience in construction chemicals, building materials, real estate, or infrastructure industries.
• Strong exposure to handling key developers and large project accounts at national/regional level.
• Experience in driving specification and project management preferred.
• Strong network with leading developers, consultants, and PMCs across India.
We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.