New Product Introduction Manager

Role Overview: You will be responsible for leading the product ideation and concept development, product design and engineering, prototype development, tooling, validation, program management, cross-functional collaboration, compliance, leadership, and capability building. Key Responsibilities: - Product Ideation & Concept Development - Product Design & Engineering - Validate materials and finishes (PP, ABS, PC, silicone, aluminium, fabric assemblies) for strength, texture, and aesthetic harmony. - Drive Design for Manufacturability & Assembly (DFM/DFA) with internal and external tooling teams. - Prototype, Tooling & Validation - Supervise prototype builds, pilot tooling trials, and design validation tests. - Coordinate with mould makers, vendors, and production for accurate fit, tolerance, and finish. - Approve sample builds and first-article parts prior to mass production release. - Manage change controls (ECR/ECO) and ensure timely design freeze. - Program & Cross-Functional Management - Own project timelines, cost targets, and launch readiness for all new products. - Collaborate with Procurement, QA, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing for seamless project transfer. - Present milestone reviews to management with progress trackers and risk mitigations. - Manage external design partners and freelance collaborators where required. - Compliance & Certification - Ensure all products meet global and Indian baby-safety and quality certifications. - Liaise with accredited labs for mechanical, chemical, and usability testing. - Maintain complete design documentation for traceability and audit readiness. - Leadership & Capability Building - Mentor design and NPD engineers in structured design methodology and creative thinking. - Foster an innovation culture: quick prototyping, user-centric iteration, and technical experimentation. - Build and maintain R for Rabbits internal design library, colour-material-finish (CMF) palette, and aesthetic guidelines. Qualification Required: - Bachelor's in Mechanical / Industrial Design / Product Design / Tool Engineering. - Master's in Design or Innovation preferred. - 10-15 years of experience in NPD and design within consumer products / baby products / plastics or lifestyle durables. - Proven track record of taking multiple SKUs from concept to production.,