Job Description

- NPD Manager (New Product Development)Role Purpose

The NPD Manager is responsible for end-to-end new product development for retail display fixtures. The role focuses on innovation, cost optimization, quality compliance, and timely launch of products aligned with market demand, customer requirements, and global standards.

Key ResponsibilitiesNew Product Development

Lead the complete NPD lifecycle from concept, design, commercialization prototyping and implementation.

Develop customized retail display fixtures using MS, SS, and wood as per customer's requirement.

Coordinate with sales, projects, production, and quality teams to convert requirements into feasible designs and installation of the same.

Design & Engineering

Review drawings, BOMs, specifications, and technical documentation.

Drive value engineering to optimize material usage, cost, and manufacturability.

Market & Customer Alignment

Analyze market trends, competitor products, and emerging technologies.

Support sales with technical inputs, product presentations, and feasibility studies.

Customize products for domestic and export markets based on customer requirements.

Project & Cross-Functional Coordination

Work closely with procurement, production, QA, and supply chain for smooth product development and launch.

Ensure adherence to project timelines, cost targets, and quality benchmarks.

Support pilot production and resolve manufacturing or design issues.

Quality, Testing & Compliance

Define testing protocols and validation plans for new products.

Ensure compliance with internal quality systems and customer certifications.

Support audits and inspections when required.

Documentation & Process Improvement

Maintain design records, change management, and revision controls.

Standardize product designs and improve NPD processes for efficiency.

Drive continuous improvement and innovation initiatives.

Team Leadership

Mentor and guide design engineers and draftsmen.

Allocate tasks, review performance, and build technical capability within the team.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of retail display racking systems.

Proficiency in AutoCAD / SolidWorks / 3D max

Understanding of manufacturing processes (roll-forming, fabrication, welding, painting)

Project management and cross-functional coordination

Costing, value engineering, and problem solving skills

Qualifications & Experience

B.E / B.Tech / Diploma - Mechanical / Production

8-12 years of experience in NPD or design engineering

Location - Sriperumbudur

Work Hours - Monday to Saturday

Work time - 9.00 Am to 5.30 Pm

Please share your cv to executiveassistant@donracks.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹65,000.00 - ₹85,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Food provided Health insurance Leave encashment Paid sick time Provident Fund
Work Location: In person