Assistant Manager NPD & Vendor Development

Job Title: AM - NPD and Vendor Development

Job Type:Permanent Full-time

Function: PSO

Business: Godrej Consumer Products Limited

Location: Mumbai Maharashtra India

About Godrej Industries Group (GIG)

At the Godrej Industries Group we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products real estate agriculture financial services and chemicals industries.

Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL)

Godrej Consumer Products is a leading emerging markets company. As part of the over 125-year young Godrej Group we are fortunate to have a proud legacy built on the strong values of trust integrity and respect for others. At the same time we are growing fast and have exciting ambitious aspirations.

the role

Key Responsibilities

• Core member of the NPD Supply Chain team responsible for managing end-to-end supply chain for New Product Development (NPD) projects.
• Once a product is cleared for launch take complete ownership of setting up the supply chain.
• Identify evaluate and onboard RM (Raw Material) and PM (Packing Material) vendors; lead cost negotiations to ensure cost competitiveness.
• Make data-backed make-vs-buy decisions and identify the right manufacturing partners.
• Coordinate with manufacturing teams to set up new machinery or modify existing lines.
• Collaborate closely with R&D Packaging Development Innovation and Manufacturing teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Ensure end-to-end delivery of NPD projects from raw material sourcing to market dispatch.
• Act as the key custodian for Quality & Safety compliance across all NPD processes.
• Track project timelines highlight risks and drive issue resolution to ensure successful on-time launch.
• Maintain structured documentation dashboards and trackers for NPD supply chain activities.

Who are we looking for

Education:

• Graduate degree in Engineering / Science (Mandatory)
• MBA or postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain Operations or Manufacturing (preferred).
• Mandatory: Minimum 2 years of sourcing experience in FMCG sector. Good to have: Manufacturing experience or contract manufacturing management experience.

Experience:

• 24 years of sourcing / manufacturing / supply chain experience preferably in FMCG.
• Hands-on experience in vendor identification development and negotiation.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and setting up production lines / machinery for new products.
• Familiarity with supply chain processes procurement systems and manufacturing best practices. Strong proficiency in MS Excel PowerPoint and exposure to ERP systems (SAP preferred)

Skills:

• Strong collaboration skills with ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders (R&D Packaging Manufacturing Innovation Finance).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a data-driven approach.
• Ability to challenge the status quo constructively and drive improvements.
• Strong communication and influencing skills to engage internal and external partners.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced high-ambiguity environment with a strong bias for action.

Whats in it for you

Be an equal parent

Childcare benefits for the birthing parent commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent and their partners

• 6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers flexible work options on return for primary caregivers
• 2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers
• Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old on work travel

Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment

No place for discrimination at Godrej

Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy

Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses

Coverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapy

Community partnerships and advocacy

Persons with Disability (PwD) care

We are selfish about your wellness

Comprehensive health insurance plans as well as accident coverage for you and your family with top-up options

Elder care for those who might need to extend support to senior family members

Preventative healthcare support

Outpatient Department (OPD) coverage including vaccinations dental vision etc.

Uncapped sick leave

Flexible work options including remote working and part-time work

Mental wellness and self-care programmes resources and counselling

Celebrating wins the Godrej Way

Structured recognition platforms for individual team and business-level achievements

Digital and offline instant recognition platforms

An inclusive Godrej

Before you go there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. Its not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.

We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality race colour religion caste gender identity or expression sexual orientation disability age or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.

If this sounds like a role for you apply now!

Required Experience:

Manager