New Product Development Executive

Eat Better Co; Jaipur; On-site; INR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Eat Better Co. in Jaipur, Rajasthan, seeks an NPD Executive with a background in food and FMCG to support the end-to-end development of new products from concept development and trials to commercialization and launch.

The role requires coordinating with production, QA, procurement and marketing, conducting market research, benchmarking, and overseeing formulation, sensory evaluations, and vendor coordination to deliver innovative, cost-effective products on schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Food Science, or related field.
• 2–3 years of relevant NPD experience in Food or FMCG.
• Hands-on experience in food product development, formulation and trials.
• Knowledge of food ingredients, raw materials, packaging and quality standards.
• Experience coordinating with third-party manufacturers is preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop new food products based on market trends and business needs.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis and product benchmarking.
• Coordinate formulation, sampling, trials and sensory evaluations.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality Assurance, Procurement and Marketing.
• Coordinate with third-party manufacturers for development and launches.
• Assist with raw material selection, costing, packaging development and feasibility.
• Maintain specifications, formulations, trial reports and NPD docs.
• Monitor timelines and product launch activities.
• Identify opportunities for product innovation and cost optimization.

Skills

Food product development

Formulation

Trials

Analytical skills

Communication

Coordination

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Technology or Food Science

Job description

NPD Executive – Food & FMCG

Company: Eat Better Co.

Location: Jaipur, Rajasthan

Experience: 2–3 Years

Industry: Food & FMCG

About the Role

Eat Better Co. is looking for an experienced and proactive NPD Executive with a background in the food and FMCG industry. The candidate will support the end-to-end development of new food products, from concept development and product trials to commercialization and launch.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop new food products based on market trends, consumer preferences, and business requirements.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and product benchmarking within the food and FMCG sector.
• Coordinate product formulation, sampling, trials, and sensory evaluations.
• Work closely with Production, Quality Assurance, Procurement, and Marketing teams.
• Coordinate with third-party manufacturers and vendors for product development and commercialization.
• Assist with raw material selection, product costing, packaging development, and feasibility assessments.
• Maintain product specifications, formulations, trial reports, and NPD documentation.
• Monitor product quality, development timelines, and product launch activities.
• Identify opportunities for product innovation, improvement, and cost optimization.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Food Science, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in NPD within the Food or FMCG industry is mandatory.
• Hands-on experience in food product development, formulation, and product trials.
• Knowledge of food ingredients, raw materials, packaging, and quality standards.
• Experience coordinating with third-party manufacturers is preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Candidates must have prior experience in the Food & FMCG sector only.
• Practical understanding of the food product development lifecycle, from concept to commercial launch.
• Ability to manage multiple development projects and meet deadlines.
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and innovation-driven approach.