Manager - New Product Development - Manufacturing

We are looking for a dynamic and driven Senior Manager - New Product Development (NPD) to lead end-to-end product innovation and development initiatives across our portfolio. This role requires a blend of creativity, technical expertise, industrial design understanding, and strong vendor management skills to bring high-quality, consumer-centric products to market. Key Responsibilities: 1. New Product Development & Innovation: - Lead the end-to-end NPD lifecycle from ideation, concept development, prototyping to commercialization. - Identify market gaps, consumer needs, and emerging trends to drive innovation. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain) to ensure product-market fit. - Drive speed-to-market while maintaining product quality and cost efficiency. 2. Industrial Design & Product Engineering: - Work closely on industrial design aspects including product aesthetics, ergonomics, usability, and packaging. - Coordinate with internal/external designers to create functional, scalable, and visually appealing products. - Ensure design feasibility with manufacturing constraints and cost targets. 3. Vendor Management (Preferred): - Identify, onboard, and manage domestic & international vendors/manufacturers. - Negotiate pricing, timelines, and quality standards with suppliers. - Drive vendor performance through regular reviews, audits, and relationship management. - Ensure smooth transition from development to mass production. 4. Cross-functional Collaboration: - Work closely with Procurement, Quality, Supply Chain, and Marketing teams for seamless execution. - Align product specifications with brand positioning and pricing strategy. - Ensure regulatory and compliance adherence for all products. 5. Quality & Process Excellence: - Establish quality benchmarks and oversee product testing and validation. - Implement continuous improvement in product development processes. - Troubleshoot product-related issues post-launch and drive enhancements. Key Requirements: - Experience: 6-10+ years in New Product Development, preferably in D2C, FMCG, consumer goods, or manufacturing sectors. - Proven experience in industrial design coordination / product design exposure. - Strong experience in vendor management and sourcing (preferred). - Demonstrated track record of successfully launching products in the market. - Good understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and costing. - Strong project management and stakeholder management skills. - Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. .

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