New Product Development Specialist

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities: 1. Product Development & Innovation • Support development of new nutraceutical products • Translate consumer insights and marketing briefs into actionable product formulations • Work closely with suppliers, and manufacturing partners for sample development • Evaluate and refine prototypes based on sensory, stability, and functionality feedback. 2. Project Management • Manage multiple NPD projects simultaneously across different stages of development • Ensure adherence to timelines from concept approval to market launch • Coordinate cross-functional teams including marketing, regulatory, procurement, and production 3. Raw Material & Vendor Coordination • Source and evaluate new raw materials in collaboration with procurement • Liaise with vendors for sampling, technical data, and costing 4. Regulatory & Compliance Support • Ensure formulations comply with FSSAI and relevant international regulatory guidelines • Assist in documentation, product specifications, and label claim validation • Coordinate with regulatory teams for product approvals 5. Testing & Validation • Coordinate stability studies, sensory evaluations, and lab testing • Analyze product performance and iterate based on feedback • Maintain proper documentation of test results and development history 6. Cross-functional Collaboration • Work closely with marketing teams for product positioning and claims • Support supply chain and production teams during scale-up and tech transfer • Participate in product launches and post-launch evaluations Required Qualifications & Skills: • Strong understanding of nutraceutical ingredients, delivery formats, and stability concepts • Experience in handling end-to-end product lifecycle from ideation to launch • Good knowledge of FSSAI regulations and labeling requirements • Strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities