Npd Executive- Zoya

Company: Titan Company Limited Tanishq
Job Title: Executive – NPD (New Product Development)
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka
Experience: 2–5 Years
Reporting To: Executive– NPD

About the Role

We are looking for an Executive – NPD to support the end-to-end New Product Development process for the Jewellery business. The role will involve coordinating with Design, Product, NPI, Factory, Vendors, ISCM, and other stakeholders to ensure the timely development and launch of new jewellery products.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the end-to-end NPD process from design brief to product launch.
• Coordinate with Design, Product, NPI, Factory, and Vendor teams for timely development of new products.
• Track prototype development and ensure timely completion as per agreed timelines.
• Coordinate for PDIS release for new product introductions.
• Validate Gold Content, AMC, and crafting charges for new products.
• Maintain NPD dashboards and track stage-gate progress across product development.
• Act as the SPOC for NPD-related activities and ensure timely communication with stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Category and Vendor teams for vendor pick-ups and product development requirements.
• Monitor prototype inventory and support proto-bin liquidation.
• Support the implementation and effective usage of the NPD portal across vendors.
• Maintain accurate product data, including design attributes, complexity, costing, and other product parameters.
• Provide support for NPIM and other new product introduction activities.
• Identify process gaps and support initiatives to improve NPD efficiency and turnaround time.
• Prepare regular MIS, dashboards, and status reports for management review.

Key Stakeholders

Internal:
Design | Product & Brand | Category | NPI & Factory | ISCM | Finance | Support Teams

External:
Jewellery Vendors | Partners | Third-Party Service Providers

Qualifications & Experience

• Graduate in any discipline.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in NPD, Jewellery Merchandising, Product Development, Buying, or Vendor Management.
• Experience in the jewellery industry will be preferred.
• Good understanding of product development and vendor coordination processes.

Key Skills

• New Product Development
• Jewellery Merchandising
• Vendor Management
• Product & Process Coordination
• Costing and Product Data Validation
• MIS & Dashboard Management
• MS Excel
• Stakeholder Management
• Problem Solving
• Strong Attention to Detail

Behavioural Competencies

• Customer Orientation
• Ownership and Accountability
• Drive for Results
• Detail Orientation
• Strong Communication & Coordination
• Networking and Relationship Management