New Product Development Manager

Job Description: Position: Assistant Manager NPD Department: NPD & Research Reports to: Technical Manager (NPD) / Managing Director Location: Jigani, Bangalore

This is an excellent opportunity to join a rapidly growing healthcare organisation that is transforming neonatal care.

About NeoLacta Lifesciences: NeoLacta Lifesciences is a research-driven company focused on improving access to human milk through a range of 100% human milkderived products. We are also expanding our portfolio to include products that support comprehensive neonatal care. Operating from a pharmaceutical-grade facility, we process, develop, and test human milk products using cutting-edge technologies and equipment to ensure the highest standards of safety and quality. Our proprietary technology enables us to deliver complete nutritional solutions derived entirely from human milk, designed to meet the unique needs of premature infants.

We are seeking a candidate with a minimum of 5+ years of experience in the dairy, food, or pharmaceutical industry (NPD). The role is based at our Jigani facility, and the selected candidate must be willing to travel to this location on daily basis. Working days: Monday Saturday ( 2nd & 4th Saturday holiday)

Note: Applications will only be considered from candidates with relevant experience in the dairy, food, or pharma industry.

Responsibilities

• Support new product development (NPD) initiatives and drive projects across the product portfolio.
• Collaborate closely with the Product Development and Marketing teams.
• Develop new product specifications, process protocols, and analytical methods as required for NPD.
• Stay updated with current regulations; compile, verify, and develop product specifications and labelling in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with external vendors/consultants for project execution and product analysis.
• Visit contract manufacturing units for technology transfer and inspections.
• Plan and coordinate new product launches, including trial runs with the product development team.
• Conduct product analyses to support NPD activities.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation related to product development and research.

Skills & Experience

• Masters degree in Pharma, Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Dairy Chemistry, or Dairy Microbiology.
• Proven experience in product development and research within the pharma, dairy or food industry.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in pharma/food product analysis.
• Familiarity with global food manufacturing standards (HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000, USFDA).
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with strong computer skills.
• Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Solid understanding of food/pharma ingredients and their functionalities.
• Strong project management and planning skills.
• Willingness to travel for project-related work.

What We Offer

• Best-in-class compensation
• An opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of thousands of mothers and premature babies across India
• A dynamic learning environment with a high degree of autonomy

Salary Package: Competitive, commensurate with experience