New Product Development Manager

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly creative and execution-focused New Product Development (NPD) Manager to lead end-to-end product innovation and development initiatives at Pintola. The candidate will be responsible for identifying market opportunities, developing innovative food products, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful product launches aligned with brand and business goals.

About the Role

Job Title: New Product Development (NPD) Manager

Department: Research & Development (R&D) / Product Innovation

Location: Prantij, Gujarat

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end new product development projects from concept to commercial launch.
• Develop innovative and market-relevant food products aligned with consumer trends and business strategy.
• Conduct market research, competitor benchmarking, and trend analysis.
• Work on product formulation, ingredient selection, and taste optimization.
• Coordinate product trials, pilot batches, and production scale-up activities.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Production, Procurement, Quality, Packaging, and Sales teams.
• Ensure products comply with FSSAI and applicable food safety regulations.
• Manage multiple product development projects simultaneously.
• Maintain product documentation, recipes, costing sheets, and technical specifications.
• Optimize product cost while maintaining quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Nutrition, Biotechnology, or related field.
• 4–8 years of experience in New Product Development within FMCG/Food Manufacturing industry.
• Experience in spreads, peanut butter, healthy snacks, protein-based products, or health foods will be preferred.
• Strong understanding of food ingredients and product formulation.
• Excellent project management and coordination skills.
• Creative mindset with market awareness.

Note: Freshers are not eligible to apply.

Education – Masters in Food Technology

Experience – 04 Years to 08 Years

Location – Prantij, Gujarat

Email – [Confidential Information]

Website – www.pintola.in