NPD Executive
Marico 4.9
General
Work from Office
1
Any
Not Required
No
Job Description
Assist in managing and driving cross-functional NPD taskforces, ensuring active engagement and alignment of all key project stakeholders.
Oversee the end-to-end commercialization pipeline for new product development (NPD) and new product launches (NPL) across FMCG/consumer goods categories.
Align closely with R&D, Brand Marketing, Packaging, Procurement, and Manufacturing teams to track stage-gate project milestones and launch timelines.
Support supply planning, capacity allocation, and material readiness to ensure seamless initial production scaling and market dispatches.
Identify potential supply chain risks, manufacturing bottlenecks, or launch delays, implementing proactive mitigation strategies.
Maintain comprehensive project dashboards, stage-gate documentation, and NPD launch readiness reports for executive review.
Qualifications
B.E. / B.Tech / MBA in Operations, Supply Chain Management, Packaging, Chemical Engineering, or related disciplines.
3 to 7 Years of relevant experience in New Product Development (NPD), Stage-Gate Project Management, or Launch Planning within the FMCG / Consumer Goods / Personal Care sector.
Strong cross-functional coordination, supply planning acumen, and stakeholder management skills.
Proficiency in project tracking tools, MS Excel, and ERP systems (SAP).