NPD Coordinator/Sr Coordinator

Job Title: NPD Coordinator – Private Label Brands

Location: Kheda
Job Type: Full-Time

Job Purpose
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive NPD Coordinator to support our New Product Development (NPD) team in project management and coordination for our major private label brands. This role involves working closely with internal departments and external vendors to ensure smooth execution of projects from concept to launch.

Key Responsibilities

• Fill out NPD briefs accurately and completely.
• Benchmark different product types and brands for competitive analysis.
• Coordinate with cross-functional departments to ensure timely delivery of their part in the NPD process.
• Conduct online market research to identify trends and opportunities.
• Obtain approvals on components from management.
• Translate sales team requirements into formal NPD briefs.
• Create and maintain NPD trackers to monitor project status.
• Liaise with external vendors to ensure on-time delivery of project components.
• Maintain and update project status sheets, expediting processes when necessary.
• Ensure all departments adhere to project timelines and gate stage deadlines.
• Prepare and manage product samples for customers.
• Gather feedback, suggestions, and ideas for potential new products.
• Maintain component, fragrance, and competitor product libraries.

Skills & Competencies

• Prior experience in an NPD coordination or related role is preferred.
• Knowledge of perfumes, cosmetics, or personal care products is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent coordination and communication abilities.
• Comfortable working with multiple stakeholders and deadlines.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time

Experience:

• New Product Development (NPD): 2 years (Preferred)
• coordinating with multiple departments for project execution: 2 years (Preferred)
• Microsoft Excel and project tracking tools: 2 years (Preferred)
• online market research: 1 year (Preferred)
• external vendors or suppliers for component/product sourcing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person