New Product Development Lead

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive end-to-end new product strategy from idea generation to market launch

• Identify category growth opportunities aligned with consumer needs and brand positioning

• Lead cross-functional NPD process using a stage-gate model

• Manage innovation boards to assess and prioritize pipeline projects

• Build business cases (financials, market sizing, ROI) for new product concepts

• Oversee R&D, product design, and ensure compliance with quality, cost, and regulatory standards

• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, and Supply Chain to ensure effective go-to-market execution

• Monitor post-launch performance and implement data-driven improvements

• Lead a small NPD team and foster a culture of innovation

• Manage vendor relationships and support sustainability initiatives in product development

• Contribute to strategic portfolio development and category transformation initiatives

Requirements:

• Proven track record in NPD and product launches in FMCG

• Strong project and team management skills

• Experience in R&D and consumer insights

• Solid understanding of commercial and operational functions

• Fluent in English (written and spoken)