Executive - New Product Development

About: Pilgrim, established in 2019 by IIT-B and IIM-A Alumni, is a rapidly growing Beauty & Personal Care brand offering 250+ SKUs covering face care, hair care, skincare, makeup, and fragrances. With a presence in over 25,000 pin codes and 1000+ offline stores, Pilgrim is renowned for curating the finest beauty secrets globally to formulate innovative and effective products. Position Summary: We are looking for a dynamic Sr. Executive - NPD specializing in the Skin Care, Hair Care & Body Care vertical to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing a successful product portfolio by identifying the right product mix, trending ingredients, treatment products, and cutting-edge technology to drive business growth. Responsibilities: - Product Development: Spearhead the NPD pipeline from ideation to launch, collaborating with internal teams and manufacturers to develop and test new product concepts/prototypes. - Market Research & Analysis: Stay abreast of industry trends, active ingredients, treatments, and competitor activities. Engage with consumers and experts to identify need-gaps and innovate in the product mix. - Project Management: Oversee the entire product development process, managing costs, timelines, artworks, and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and troubleshoot as needed. - Supplier Management: Identify and maintain strong partnerships with the right partners/manufacturers for product development. - Product Launch & Commercialization: Ensure successful commercialization of the NPD pipeline, monitor product performance, and support marketing and sales teams in launching new products. Experience & Education: - B.Tech/M.Tech in Cosmetology or B.Sc/M.Sc in Chemistry. - 2-4 years of NPD experience in skin care, hair care, treatment products, or salon/professional products. - Previous exposure in Skincare, Haircare, or salon professional domains is advantageous. - Proficiency in MS-Office, particularly MS-Excel. - Strong creative thinking, problem-solving skills, and a passion for marketing trends and product innovations. - Ability to multitask, prioritize projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. - Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across teams and departments. Location: Andheri, Mumbai.,