Food Development Manager-Lower Parel

Role Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Food Development Manager to lead the innovation and development of new food products within our FMCG/packaged foods portfolio. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise in food science with strong market insight to develop products that are innovative, scalable, cost-effective, and aligned with consumer preferences and brand strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the entire new product development (NPD) process — from concept creation, formulation, and trials to pilot and commercial production.
• Research emerging food trends, ingredients, and technologies to drive innovation and product differentiation.
• Work closely with procurement, manufacturing, quality assurance, and marketing teams to ensure successful product launches.
• Develop and maintain detailed product formulations, technical specifications, and process sheets.
• Conduct sensory evaluations, shelf-life testing, and nutritional analysis to ensure product quality and consistency.
• Ensure all products comply with FSSAI and other relevant food safety and labeling regulations.
• Identify and manage vendors and suppliers for ingredients, packaging materials, and process innovations.
• Continuously improve existing formulations to enhance taste, texture, nutrition, and cost efficiency.
• Oversee packaging development in alignment with product stability and marketing requirements.
• Provide technical support during scale-up and commercialization at manufacturing facilities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Technology, Food Science, or related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in product development within the FMCG or packaged food industry.
• In-depth knowledge of food processing techniques, ingredient functionality, and quality systems.
• Strong understanding of FSSAI regulations, labeling, and documentation standards.
• Proven track record of successful new product launches in snacks, ready-to-eat, bakery, or convenience foods.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.

Key Competencies:

• Product Innovation & Market Awareness
• Strong Technical & Analytical Skills
• Quality Orientation & Regulatory Compliance
• Cross-functional Team Collaboration
• Commercial and Cost Optimization Mindset

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹600,000.00 - ₹1,700,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person