Job Posting: Senior Manager/Manager – New Product Development (Food) – International Business at Vadilal Industries Limited
Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Department: International Business
Position: Senior Manager/Manager – New Product Development (Food)
Bond: 3 Years
Salary: As per Industry Standards (Open for discussion)
About Vadilal Industries: Vadilal Industries Ltd. is a leading player in the Food and Dairy processing sector, renowned for innovation and quality. We are currently looking for a highly skilled Senior Manager/Manager for New Product Development (NPD) within our International Business division, based at our Corporate Office in Ahmedabad.
Job Summary: The ideal candidate will specialize in food/dairy technology and play a crucial role in driving innovation, product design, and the NPD lifecycle for dairy and food-based products. This role requires extensive experience in managing third-party operations, vendor development, and supplier relationships to ensure the alignment of product development with operational standards, cost targets, and quality control requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage NPD, Procurement, Vendor Development, and Contract Management for international business projects.
- Align procurement and NPD strategies with market priorities to ensure cost control and quality compliance.
- Develop and implement strategic procurement processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Identify and sustain niche product categories with key differentiators for international markets.
- Lead techno-commercial negotiations with vendors to optimize sourcing in terms of cost, quality, and service.
- Monitor performance metrics, drive cost efficiencies, and explore innovative cost-reduction strategies.
- Conduct third-party facility assessments, provide technical support, and oversee operations, including ordering and inventory control.
- Ensure timely order fulfillment by coordinating supplier operations and backward integration.
- Identify, source, and manage R&D for ingredients to enhance formulations and develop new products.
- Scale up manufacturing operations to support business growth.
- Oversee product development, including formulation, pilot trials, sensory evaluation, and R&D documentation.
- Manage demand forecasting, yield analysis, and cost review for international business.
- Conduct and support value-added audits for third-party manufacturers, ensuring compliance and corrective actions.
- Ensure regulatory compliance with export country requirements and resolve issues related to ingredients, formulations, labeling, and processes.
- Optimize formulations, develop alternative vendors, and address bottlenecks for efficient sourcing.
Qualifications:
- B.Tech/M.Tech in Food or Dairy Technology with 15+ years of experience in product/process development.
Desired Skills & Expertise:
- Expertise in ingredient research, product formulation, specifications, and commercialization.
- Strong techno-commercial acumen to optimize procurement and operational spending.
- In-depth knowledge of food & dairy processing technology and emerging industry trends.
- Regulatory expertise in food safety laws, HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000 compliance.
- Experience with external/third-party audits, testing, inspection, and certification requirements.
- Strong networking and analytical skills with a team-oriented approach.
How to Apply: Candidates with a B.Tech/M.Tech in Food or Dairy Technology and relevant experience should apply at vqthr@vadilalgroup.com.
Alternatively, you can apply directly on LinkedIn
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