Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and innovative New Product Development (NPD) Manager who will lead the creation and optimization of sauces, gravies, and dressings, especially within the Indian cooking sauces/curries category and fusion variants (Indo-Western, Indo-Chinese, etc.). The ideal candidate should possess strong technical expertise, a deep understanding of food chemistry, and a passion for delivering superior taste and product innovation. Key Responsibilities (KRA) - Lead end-to-end development of new products from concept to commercialization, focusing on Indian and fusion sauce/gravy formulations - Drive product innovation aligned with clean label requirements and apply hurdle technologies for food safety and shelf life - Spearhead product renovation and re-engineering projects to enhance sensory profiles and achieve cost optimization - Oversee laboratory setup and operations, both analytical and culinary, to support R&D activities - Scale up bench-top samples to commercial production, collaborating with production and operations teams - Coordinate with cross-functional teams including procurement, quality, marketing, and supply chain to ensure timely product launches - Conduct feasibility studies on packaging types (flexible/rigid) and align them with formulation needs and shelf-life objectives - Maintain strict compliance with food safety standards (FSSAI, HACCP, etc.) and ensure products meet all quality benchmarks - Develop and manage vendor networks, especially with suppliers of natural ingredients and flavor houses - Lead, mentor, and manage a small NPD team to foster innovation, continuous learning, and high performance Required Skills & Competencies - Strong knowledge of food chemistry, clean label formulations, and hurdle technology - Proven experience in lab-scale development and commercial scale-up - Ability to renovate and optimize formulations for taste, texture, and cost-effectiveness - Proficiency in basic formulation costing and raw material analysis - Familiarity with packaging types and their functional impact on product integrity - Excellent understanding of food safety standards and quality systems - Strong leadership and team management skills with experience mentoring junior technologists - Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration abilities - Well-networked in the ingredients and flavor supplier ecosystem Educational Qualification B.Tech in Food Technology, Food Science, or allied disciplines MBA in sales is preffered

Nasik

Maharashtra

ADF - New Product Development Manager 

Job Description for ADF - New Product Development Manager  in ADF FOODS LTD. in  Nasik Maharashtra for (3-5) years of experience. Apply Now!