New Product Development Lead

Zoho; Gujarat; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoho in Ahmedabad, India is seeking an NPD Lead to oversee end-to-end new product development from idea to launch, with emphasis on market research and trend analysis. You will coordinate with R&D, marketing, packaging and vendors, manage sampling and testing, and drive timely execution across categories.

The role requires 4+ years in NPD or product development, preferably in skincare or FMCG, with strong communication and project management skills.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of NPD or product development experience.
• Experience in skincare/cosmetics or FMCG preferred.
• Strong understanding of development processes and market trends.
• Excellent coordination and execution abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead new product development and product innovation initiatives
• Research market trends, customer needs, and competitor products
• Coordinate with R&D, marketing, packaging, and vendor teams
• Manage product sampling, testing, and launch timelines
• Work on product positioning, concepts, and improvements
• Ensure smooth execution of new product launches
• Maintain product documentation and development tracking
• Identify opportunities for new categories and product expansion

Skills

New Product Development

Market Trend Analysis

Vendor Management

Project Coordination

Communication Skills

Job description

Ahmedabad City, India | Posted on 05/19/2026

We are looking for an NPD Lead who can lead the end-to-end new product development process from idea generation to product launch. The role involves market research, trend analysis, product innovation, coordination with vendors and internal teams, and ensuring timely product execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead new product development and product innovation initiatives
• Research market trends, customer needs, and competitor products
• Coordinate with R&D, marketing, packaging, and vendor teams
• Manage product sampling, testing, and launch timelines
• Work on product positioning, concepts, and improvements
• Ensure smooth execution of new product launches
• Maintain product documentation and development tracking
• Identify opportunities for new categories and product expansion
  

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of experience in NPD, product development, or product innovation
  
• Experience in skincare, cosmetics, wellness, FMCG, or D2C brands preferred
• Strong understanding of product development processes and market trends
• Good coordination, vendor management, and project management skills
• Creative and innovation-driven mindset
• Strong communication and execution abilities