NPD & Procurement executive

5 years

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PROTOUCH

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NPD & Procurement Executive

Key Responsibilities

New Product Development (NPD):

  • Assist in ideating and executing new product launches aligned with market trends and brand vision
  • Coordinate with design, R&D, and vendors for product sampling, prototyping, and testing
  • Evaluate BOMs, product specs, and technical drawings for feasibility and improvements
  • Maintain critical path timelines and ensure all milestones are met for NPD projects
  • Conduct competitor benchmarking, supplier research, and material innovation

Procurement & Vendor Management:

  • Source raw materials, packaging, and finished goods from domestic and international vendors
  • Negotiate pricing, MOQs, lead times, and quality terms with suppliers
  • Raise POs, track shipments, and ensure timely delivery in coordination with logistics
  • Evaluate supplier performance on cost, quality, and timelines
  • Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to support scale and agility

Inventory & Operations:

  • Collaborate with SCM and warehouse teams to monitor stock levels and consumption
  • Maintain procurement documentation and vendor database in an organized manner
  • Work with internal teams for demand planning and procurement forecasting
  • Resolve procurement-related issues such as delays, non-conformance, and substitutions

Cross-functional Collaboration:

  • Coordinate closely with Design, Marketing, Quality, and Finance teams for product go-lives
  • Liaise with compliance and certification agencies to ensure regulatory approvals
  • Support cross-border procurement and import documentation where required

Key Requirements

Experience:

  • 3–5 years of relevant experience in NPD, sourcing, or procurement
  • Experience in the

    beauty segment or consumer electronics industry

    is preferred
  • Familiarity with contract manufacturing, BOM costing, and packaging development is a plus

Skills:

  • Strong understanding of product development lifecycle and procurement processes
  • Excellent negotiation and vendor management abilities
  • Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP systems, and supply chain coordination
  • Strong communication and follow-up skills

Mindset:

  • Ownership-driven and execution-focused
  • Detail-oriented with strong project coordination skills
  • Agile, analytical, and a problem-solver
  • Willing to grow in a fast-paced, product-led startup environment

What We Offer

  • High-impact role contributing to the launch of India’s most innovative beauty devices
  • Opportunity to work closely with product leadership and founders
  • Vibrant and entrepreneurial work culture with learning across multiple functions
  • Competitive compensation and performance-driven growth path


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