Company Name Naga Job Title New Product Development Manager Job Location: Dindigul Chennai Coimbatore Description Department R&D; (Research & Development) Location Dindigul Reports To Whole Time Director / Director R&D; Grade/Level Operational Leader Employment Type Full-time Job Summary The Head – R&D; is responsible for leading the research and development function to drive innovation, new product development, process improvements, and formulation enhancements. This role involves developing breakthrough products, optimizing production techniques, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving cost-efficient solutions. The position ensures that R&D; strategies align with business objectives, consumer trends, and competitive market dynamics in an FMCG workplace.

Roles & Responsibilities R&D; Strategy & Innovation Develop and implement long-term R&D; strategies to drive product innovation and improvement. Identify emerging food trends, raw material innovations, and new technologies for competitive advantage. Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to align R&D; efforts with market demands.

New Product

Development (NPD) Lead end-to-end product development from ideation to commercialization. Ensure timely execution of NPD projects while maintaining product quality and cost efficiency. Conduct prototyping, sensory evaluation, and pilot-scale trials for new formulations.

Process

Optimization & Cost Reduction Improve manufacturing processes to enhance productivity and reduce costs. Work on alternative ingredients and sustainable solutions to optimize product costs. Collaborate with production teams to scale up lab-based R&D; trials to full-scale manufacturing.

Regulatory

Compliance &

• Quality Assurance Ensure new products meet FSSAI, FDA, and other global food safety regulations. Maintain proper documentation for regulatory approvals, labeling, and ingredient declarations. Work closely with the quality control team to maintain consistency and compliance. Cross-Functional Collaboration &





• Vendor Management Coordinate with procurement teams for sourcing innovative raw materials and ingredients. Work with marketing, sales, and consumer insights teams to align R&D; with customer expectations. Engage with external research institutions, universities, and industry partners for innovation. Team Leadership &

• Development Lead and mentor the R&D; team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. Ensure continuous learning and skill development for R&D; professionals. Implement best practices in laboratory management, research methodologies, and data documentation. Sustainability &

• Clean Label Initiatives Develop sustainable and clean-label product formulations. Identify eco-friendly packaging and alternative ingredient solutions. Ensure reduction of food waste and energy efficiency in R&D; processes.

Key Result

Areas (KRAs) Successful development and launch of innovative products. Process improvements leading to cost efficiency and productivity enhancement. Regulatory compliance and product safety standards adherence. Effective cross-functional collaboration for market-driven R&D; projects. Sustainable and clean-label product innovations.

Key Performance

Indicators (KPIs) Indicator Description New Product Launch Success Rate Percentage of products launched on time and meeting quality standards. R&D; Cost Optimization Reduction in production costs through ingredient substitution and process improvement. Compliance & Regulatory Approval Rate Timely approvals and adherence to food safety standards.

Shelf





Life & Stability Performance Improvement in product shelf life while maintaining quality.

Innovation Pipeline Growth

Number of new concepts in the research pipeline.

Sustainability Initiatives

Implementation of clean-label and eco-friendly product solutions.

Competency Requirements Core Competencies

Strategic thinking and vision for product innovation. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in food science and technology. Project management abilities to lead multiple R&D; initiatives. Collaboration and leadership skills for cross-functional teamwork.

Attention to detail and compliance with regulatory standards. Technical/Functional Competencies Expertise in food formulation, ingredient functionality, and sensory science. Knowledge of food safety regulations (FSSAI, FDA, HACCP, GMP, etc.).

Experience in product shelf-life testing, packaging innovations, and stability studies. Proficiency in lab equipment, analytical techniques, and R&D; documentation. Understanding of emerging trends in plant-based, organic, and health-conscious food products.

Educational

Qualifications & Experience Minimum Qualification Master’s Degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Biotechnology, or related field.

Preferred Qualification

Ph.D. in Food Science / Certification in Product Development & Regulatory Affairs.

Experience 10+ years in R&D; leadership roles within the FMCG or food manufacturing industry.

Behavioral Expectations

Innovative mindset to drive breakthrough product development. Commitment to quality, safety, and compliance in all R&D; activities. Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines. Passion for sustainability and clean-label product advancements. Strong leadership and mentoring skills to develop the R&D; team.Role &

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