NPD head

mainrōse; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Mainrose seeks a driven NPD professional to turn ideas into scalable beauty and personal care products. You will spot trends, shape concepts and collaborate with suppliers to move ideas from concept to shelf in India’s D2C landscape.

You should have 3–6 years in NPD, preferably in beauty or fragrance, and a network of manufacturers. This role demands ownership, sharp execution and the ability to balance creativity with commercial rigor in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of NPD experience, preferably in beauty, fragrance or personal care.
• Experience in India’s D2C market and an existing manufacturer/supplier network are a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Spot trends, decode consumers and identify the next big opportunity in beauty and personal care.
• Turn ideas into products, from concept and formulation to sampling and launch.
• Work with manufacturers, R&D labs and suppliers to bring products to life.
• Source ingredients and packaging that balance branding, quality and cost.
• Own product costing, pricing, pack sizes and gross margins.
• Negotiate with vendors, manage timelines and solve problems on the go.
• Make sure every product meets our standards for quality, performance and brand fit.
• Take ownership. Move without being told. Obsess over the details.
• Balance creative thinking with commercial rigour Build products people want and businesses can scale.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment where ideas move from concept to shelf, fast.

Skills

NPD experience

Job description

We want sharp minds, high energy and people who know how to turn ideas into products that sell.

If you need a playbook for everything, this isn’t it.

What you'll do:

• Spot trends, decode consumers and identify the next big opportunity in beauty and personal care.
• Turn ideas into products, from concept and formulation to sampling and launch.
• Work with manufacturers, R&D labs and suppliers to bring products to life.
• Source ingredients and packaging that balance branding, quality and cost.
• Own product costing, pricing, pack sizes and gross margins.
• Negotiate with vendors, manage timelines and solve problems on the go.
• Make sure every product meets our standards for quality, performance and brand fit.
• Take ownership. Move without being told. Obsess over the details.
• Balance creative thinking with commercial rigour  Build products people want and businesses can scale.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment where ideas move from concept to shelf, fast.

What we’re looking for:

3–6 years of NPD experience, preferably in beauty, fragrance or personal care. Experience in India’s D2C market and an existing manufacturer/supplier network are a strong advantage.

• Do not apply for part time/freelancing/consulting.