Job Title: NPD Innovation Lead

Location:
Kolkata (Onsite - Work from Office)

About the Role:

We are looking for a strategic and consumer-first
NPD Innovation Lead
to shape Dot & Key's future innovation pipeline by identifying emerging consumer needs, market trends, and whitespace opportunities. The role will drive innovation strategy, product conceptualization, and commercialization by partnering closely with Brand, R&D;, Packaging, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and external partners to deliver differentiated, consumer-led products.

Key Responsibilities:
- Define and drive the NPD innovation roadmap aligned with brand vision, consumer insights, and business priorities.
- Identify whitespace opportunities through consumer research, trend forecasting, competitive benchmarking, and global innovation scouting.
- Lead product ideation, concept creation, positioning, claims strategy, and innovation storytelling.
- Translate insights into commercially viable product opportunities with strong consumer and brand relevance.




- Drive cross-functional execution from concept approval to market launch, ensuring timelines, quality, and launch readiness.
- Collaborate with Formulation, Packaging, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Finance, and external partners to deliver innovative products at scale.
- Champion packaging innovation, new formats, sustainable solutions, and differentiated consumer experiences.
- Build business cases, portfolio recommendations, and innovation strategies based on commercial potential and market attractiveness.
- Track industry trends, disruptive technologies, and emerging ingredients to strengthen the long-term innovation pipeline.

Preferred Skills & Know-how:
- Strong expertise in Innovation, NPD, and Product Strategy within Beauty, Personal Care, or FMCG.
- Deep understanding of consumer behaviour, market insights, trend forecasting, and innovation frameworks.
- Experience leading cross-functional commercialization and product launch programs.
- Solid strate

📌 NPD Innovation Lead (Kolkata)
🏢 Dot & Key Skincare
📍 Kolkata