Job openings for Product Development Manager in Nashik

Key Responsibilities
🧪 Research & Development (R&D)
New Product Development (NPD): Lead the formulation of new FMCG products (e.g., juices, snacks, spices) or Agri-inputs (e.g., organic fertilizers, specialized seeds).
Recipe/Formulation Optimization: Work with food scientists to improve taste, shelf-life, and nutritional value while reducing production costs.
Packaging Innovation: Develop sustainable and shelf-stable packaging that protects product integrity during transport in varied Indian climates.
🚜 Supply Chain & Agri-Sourcing
Backward Integration: Collaborate with the procurement team to source high-quality raw materials directly from farmers or FPOs (Farmer Producer Organizations).
Quality Standards: Define and enforce strict quality parameters for raw agri-commodities to ensure consistency in the final FMCG product.
Pilot Testing: Conduct field trials for agri-products or sensory testing for food products to gather real-world data before full-scale launch.
📊 Product Strategy & Marketing
Market Mapping: Analyze consumer trends (e.g., the shift toward Organic or Clean Label products) to identify gaps in the current portfolio.
Pricing Strategy: Work with the Accounts Executive and Sales Manager to determine competitive pricing based on COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) and market positioning.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all products meet FSSAI (for food) or CIBRC (for agri-chemicals/pesticides) standards and labeling requirements.