NPD Manager for FOOD (FMCG ) Manufacturing co at Chennai

NPD Manager for FOOD (FMCG ) Manufacturing co at Chennai

Location: Chennai

Job Overview:

We are seeking a

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Development & Innovation:

• Lead the development of new food products from concept to commercialization, ensuring they meet the market's needs and company standards.

• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and consumer insights teams to identify new opportunities, market trends, and emerging consumer preferences.

• Ensure products align with brand and customer expectations, considering taste, texture, appearance, and nutritional values.

• Conduct thorough feasibility studies and evaluations for new product ideas.

• Recipe & Formula Development:

• Formulate new recipes based on market needs and available ingredients.

• Conduct food trials, optimizing recipes for scalability, cost-efficiency, and commercial viability.

• Manage the optimization of existing product formulas to improve quality, reduce costs, and enhance product consistency.

• Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance:

• Ensure all new products comply with food safety, regulatory requirements, and quality standards (e.g., FDA, EU food safety guidelines, ISO standards).

• Work with quality assurance teams to perform product testing, sensory evaluations, and shelf-life studies.

• Maintain thorough documentation for all NPD projects, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and internal processes.

• Project Management & Coordination:

• Lead cross-functional teams (R&D, marketing, operations, supply chain) to bring new products to market on time and within budget.

• Develop and manage project timelines, ensuring that milestones are met and resources are allocated efficiently.

• Address any issues related to product development, such as ingredient sourcing, production challenges, or process improvements.

• Supplier & Ingredient Sourcing:

• Establish relationships with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients and materials that align with product development goals.

• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers, ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising product quality.

• Consumer Testing & Feedback:

• Conduct consumer sensory testing and analyze feedback to make necessary adjustments to the product formula or presentation.

• Use consumer insights and market research data to drive innovation and decision-making.

• Market Launch Support:

• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop go-to-market strategies, including positioning, packaging design, and promotional campaigns.

• Support the transition from product development to manufacturing, ensuring smooth scaling of production and quality assurance processes.

Key Qualifications & Skills:

• Education:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Food Technology.

• Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in new product development within the food industry, preferably in a leadership role.

• Strong background in food technology, ingredient functionality, and food safety standards.

• Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of food product development processes, from concept to commercialization.

• Excellent understanding of food regulations, safety standards, and quality management systems.

• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to liaise effectively with internal

• teams and external stakeholders.

• Must speak Tamil language

CTC: Salary is not a constraint for deserving candidates.

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