Npd specialist

Capgemini; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini in Chennai seeks an experienced NPD specialist to lead product introductions, PID management, and BOM governance across marketing, supply, regulatory and finance teams. You will drive SKU lifecycle, PLM/MDM readiness, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely launches.

The role requires strong stakeholder management, data accuracy, and the ability to coordinate multiple workstreams, deliverables, and governance updates for successful product launches.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NPD lifecycle and supply chain processes.
• Experience with MDM, PLM, and SAP (or equivalent ERP).
• Understanding of SKU management, BOM creation and data governance.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage PID documents with product specs and launch timelines.
• Coordinate SKU lifecycle from LE RSKU to regular RS SKU.
• Collaborate with Master Data teams to initiate SKU creation.
• Define launch milestones, dependencies and risks.
• Coordinate end-to-end NPD projects and changes.
• Set up PLM/MDM readiness and documentation.
• Track phase-in/phase-out and manage timelines.
• Provide status updates in governance forums.

Skills

NPD lifecycle

MDM/PLM/SAP

SKU & BOM

Stakeholder management

Multi‑workstreams

Analytics & RCA

Data accuracy

Tools

SAP ERP

MDM/PLM systems

Job description

JD :NPD

Key Responsibilities

1. Product Introduction & PID Management

• Create and manage Product Introduction Documents (PID) with complete product specifications and launch timelines
• Coordinate SKU lifecycle including Limited Edition (LE RSKU) to regular SKU (RSKU) transition
• Collaborate with Master Data teams to initiate and track SKU creation
• Consolidate inputs from cross-functional teams (Marketing, Supply, Regulatory, Finance)
• Define launch milestones, dependencies, and risks
• Perform PID data validation and ensure alignment with demand forecasts and SKU hierarchy

2. NPD Project Coordination (Product Changes / New Launches)

• Coordinate end-to-end execution of New Product Development (NPD) and product changes
• Set up system prerequisites (PLM/MDM readiness, master data validation, documentation)
• Conduct project kick-off meetings and assign ownership across workstreams
• Manage phase-in and phase-out strategy for product portfolio
• Track execution against timelines, resolve issues, and manage RAIDD logs
• Monitor production, delivery, and trade readiness
• Provide status updates in governance forums

3. Artwork Management (Packaging & Compliance)

• Develop artwork briefs based on marketing, regulatory, and supply chain inputs
• Coordinate with suppliers to create packaging artwork
• Review iterations and ensure compliance with quality, legal, and brand standards
• Manage approval workflows and obtain Good to Print status
• Ensure final artwork is approved and released to production teams

4. Bill of Materials (BOM) & Material Master Management

• Create and validate central and local material codes in MDM/PLM systems
• Develop and maintain BOM structures for new products
• Ensure BOM completeness, accuracy, and compliance with master data standards
• Collaborate with supply and sourcing teams to resolve BOM gaps
• Handle local market BOM customization and planning parameters
• Support partial BOM approvals and final BOM release for production

5. Product Delisting & Lifecycle Closure

• Coordinate SKU deactivation across systems and ensure complete removal
• Manage regulatory and compliance closure activities
• Ensure financial reconciliation including pricing, contracts, rebates, and returns
• Track and resolve delisting-related issues via governance frameworks
• Provide closure updates and archive all product lifecycle documentation

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of NPD lifecycle / supply chain processes
• Experience in MDM, PLM, SAP (or equivalent ERP systems)
• Knowledge of SKU management, BOM creation, and master data governance
• Excellent stakeholder management and coordination skills
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and timelines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (issue tracking, RCA)
• High attention to detail and data accuracy

Key Deliverables / KPIs

• On-time NPD launches
• Accuracy of PID and product master data
• BOM completeness and readiness
• Artwork approval cycle time
• Successful execution of product phase-in/phase-out and delisting