Product Development Manager ITC Limited – Apply now!
A leading food business is hiring a Manager – Product Development in Bangalore North, India. This senior role involves designing and implementing product development strategies, ensuring scientific backing for innovations, and leading cross-functional teams. If you have expertise in food sciences, processing technologies, and product formulation, and experience in leading teams and launching products from pilot to commercial scale, this opportunity is for you.
- Job Position: Manager – Product Development (Food Industry)
- Location: Bangalore North, India
- Industry: Food & Beverage
- Job Type: Full-time
About the Company
ITC Limited is a leading player in the food & beverage industry, dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative, and consumer-centric products. With a strong focus on product development, scientific research, and regulatory compliance, the company continuously enhances its portfolio to meet evolving consumer preferences and market trends.
Job Overview
A leading foods business is seeking a Manager – Product Development to drive product innovation, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance. This role requires expertise in food sciences, processing technologies, and manufacturing systems to develop and launch new products from pilot to commercial scale. The ideal candidate will have experience in team leadership, product formulation, ingredient functionality, and food
safety standards.Key Responsibilities of Product Development Manager ITC Limited
- Lead product development projects from concept to commercialization with speed and agility
- Develop a competitively superior product portfolio aligned with the business expansion plan
- Upgrade product quality parameters based on consumer feedback and market trends
- Build scientific frameworks for future innovations and portfolio expansion
- Ensure scientific validation of product claims and apply for intellectual property (IP) when applicable
- Manage vendor onboarding, documentation, and regulatory compliance for product development & manufacturing
- Develop and mentor team members to enhance their technical and leadership capabilities
Candidate Requirements for Product Development Manager ITC Limited
Education & Experience:
- Expertise in Food Sciences and Processing Technologies
- Proven experience in developing and launching food products from pilot to commercial scale
- Leadership experience in managing teams and cross-functional collaborations
Technical Knowledge:
- Product formulation, ingredient properties, and processing techniques
- Food safety, microbiology, and food preservation
- Food analysis instrumentation & procedures
- Knowledge of statutory food regulations and compliance
- Manufacturing & quality systems (HACCP, GMP, ISO, TPM, Six Sigma, Lean)
- Experimental design, statistical analysis, and data interpretation
- Claim substantiation and intellectual property (IP) application
- Product costing and contribution analysis
Why Join Us?
- Work in a leading food & beverage business focused on innovation and quality
- Opportunity to lead product development strategies and drive business growth
- Develop expertise in scientific research, regulatory compliance, and product innovation
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