NPD Executive

Zoho; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Dermatouch is seeking a creative and research‑driven NPD Executive to lead skincare and wellness product development from concept to launch in Ahmedabad, India. You will conduct market research, analyze trends, and translate insights into compelling product concepts that fit brand strategy and consumer demand.

Collaborating with formulators, manufacturers, packaging vendors, and design teams, you will manage timelines, trials, testing, and regulatory compliance while maintaining NPD

Qualifications

• Experience in New Product Development within skincare, cosmetics, personal care, FMCG, or wellness.
• Knowledge of skincare ingredients, formulations and product trends.
• Strong coordination and project management skills.
• Understanding of packaging development and vendor management.
• Good analytical and market research abilities.
• Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Research skincare and wellness market trends, competitor products, and emerging ingredients
• Develop new product concepts aligned with brand strategy and consumer demand
• Coordinate with formulators, manufacturers, packaging vendors, and design teams
• Work on product formulation trials, sample approvals, and product testing
• Manage timelines from concept to commercial launch
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards
• Coordinate for product claims, ingredient positioning, and packaging content
• Collaborate with marketing and performance teams for successful product launches
• Maintain NPD documentation, costing, and product development trackers
• Source innovative ingredients, packaging ideas, and market opportunities

Skills

Market research

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Communication

Analytical skills

Vendor management

Packaging development

Skincare product knowledge

Job description

Dermatouch is looking for a creative and research-driven NPD Executive to lead the development of innovative skincare and wellness products. The role involves market research, product conceptualization, coordination with third-party manufacturers, formulation development, packaging coordination, and product launch execution.

The ideal candidate should have experience in skincare, cosmetics, personal care, or wellness product development with a strong understanding of market trends and consumer preferences.

Key Responsibilities

• Research skincare and wellness market trends, competitor products, and emerging ingredients
• Develop new product concepts aligned with brand strategy and consumer demand
• Coordinate with formulators, manufacturers, packaging vendors, and design teams
• Work on product formulation trials, sample approvals, and product testing
• Manage timelines from concept to commercial launch
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards
• Coordinate for product claims, ingredient positioning, and packaging content
• Collaborate with marketing and performance teams for successful product launches
• Maintain NPD documentation, costing, and product development trackers
• Source innovative ingredients, packaging ideas, and market opportunities

Requirements

• Experience in New Product Development within skincare, cosmetics, personal care, FMCG, or wellness industry
  
• Knowledge of skincare ingredients, formulations, and product trends
  
• Strong coordination and project management skills
  
• Understanding of packaging development and vendor management
  
• Good analytical and market research abilities
  
• Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills
  
• Ability to manage multiple product launches simultaneously