Assistant Manager - NPD & Vendor Development

5 - 8 years

7 - 11 Lacs

Posted:22 hours ago| Platform: Naukri logo

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Job Description

  • Core member of the NPD Supply Chain team, responsible for managing end-to-end supply chain for New Product Development (NPD) projects.
  • Once a product is cleared for launch, take complete ownership of setting up the supply chain.
  • Identify, evaluate, and onboard RM (Raw Material) and PM (Packing Material) vendors; lead cost negotiations to ensure cost competitiveness.
  • Make data-backed make-vs-buy decisions and identify the right manufacturing partners.
  • Coordinate with manufacturing teams to set up new machinery or modify existing lines.
  • Collaborate closely with R&D, Packaging Development, Innovation, and Manufacturing teams to ensure seamless execution.
  • Ensure end-to-end delivery of NPD projects from raw material sourcing to market dispatch.
  • Act as the key custodian for Quality & Safety compliance across all NPD processes.
  • Track project timelines, highlight risks, and drive issue resolution to ensure successful on-time launch.
  • Maintain structured documentation, dashboards, and trackers for NPD supply chain activities.

Who are we looking for

 

Education:

  • Graduate degree in Engineering / Science (Mandatory)
  • MBA or postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain, Operations, or Manufacturing (preferred).
  • Mandatory: Minimum 2 years of sourcing experience in FMCG sector. Good to have: Manufacturing experience or contract manufacturing management experience.

Experience:

  • 2 4 years of sourcing / manufacturing / supply chain experience, preferably in FMCG.
  • Hands-on experience in vendor identification, development, and negotiation.
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and setting up production lines / machinery for new products.
  • Familiarity with supply chain processes, procurement systems, and manufacturing best practices. Strong proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and exposure to ERP systems (SAP preferred)

Skills:

  • Strong collaboration skills with ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders (R&D, Packaging, Manufacturing, Innovation, Finance).
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a data-driven approach.
  • Ability to challenge the status quo constructively and drive improvements.
  • Strong communication and influencing skills to engage internal and external partners.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-ambiguity environment with a strong bias for action.

What s in it for you

 
Childcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners
  • 6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers
  • 2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers
  • Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel
  • Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment

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