NPD Manager

Company Description Heungkuk India operates in the food industry, focusing on delivering high-quality, innovative products tailored to diverse consumer needs. The company emphasizes rigorous standards in safety, quality, and compliance, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and responsible manufacturing. Team members collaborate across functions to develop and scale new food products that meet market expectations and regulatory requirements. Heungkuk India values professionalism, integrity, and a solutions-oriented mindset in all aspects of its operations.

Role Description The NPD Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Khandala, responsible for leading new product development from concept to commercialization. This role involves coordinating R&D activities, overseeing formulation trials, and ensuring products meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards. The NPD Manager will manage project timelines, collaborate with cross-functional teams such as production, quality, procurement, and marketing, and prepare technical documentation and reports. Day-to-day tasks include conducting market and technical research, optimizing recipes and processes, supervising pilot and plant trials, and supporting scale-up into full production. The role also includes monitoring product performance, identifying improvements, and mentoring team members involved in NPD activities.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Research and Development (R&D) experience, including concept development, formulation, and commercialization.
• Candidates should possess expertise in Food Technology and Food Science, with a solid understanding of ingredients, processes, and quality and safety standards.
• Candidates should possess Project Management skills, including planning, scheduling, cross-functional coordination, and reporting.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of the Food Industry, including regulatory requirements, market trends, and manufacturing practices.
• Relevant academic background such as a degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience working in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment, preferably in product development or technical roles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and data-driven decision-making.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work with diverse teams on-site in Khandala.