Job Description

Job Title: New Product Development Manager





Location: HSR Layout Bangalore

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: Mid Level

Position Summary:

Lo Foods is looking for a passionate and skilled New Product Development Manager to drive

innovation in our product range. The ideal candidate will play a key role in researching,

formulating, and optimizing nutritious food products that align with our mission of delivering

health-focused, high-quality food solutions.

This role will also ensure compliance with food regulations, enhance consumer education, and

support marketing strategies with scientific insights.


Key Responsibilities:





1. Nutritional Research & Analysis

Conduct in-depth research on functional ingredients, emerging food trends, and their

nutritional benefits.

Analyze dietary patterns and consumer preferences to refine product development

strategies.

Assess the health impact of Lo Foods//' products and recommend improvements.

2. Product Development & Formulation

Collaborate with the R&D team to develop and optimize innovative, nutrient-rich food

products.

Sensory evaluation skills to assess taste, texture, aroma, etc Ensure formulations align with dietary guidelines, clean-label requirements, and

regulatory standards.

Enhance nutritional value while maintaining taste, texture, and shelf-life stability. Writing product specifications, process SOPs, and maintaining development records.

3. Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Ensure full compliance with FSSAI regulatory requirements. Assist in developing accurate nutrition labels and health claims as per regulatory

guidelines.

Maintain comprehensive records of research findings and product formulations.
4. Consumer Education & Communication

Provide scientific and nutritional support for marketing claims, product positioning, and

branding.

Develop engaging nutrition content for product packaging, websites, and promotional

campaigns.

Conduct knowledge-sharing sessions to educate internal teams and external

stakeholders.

5. Operational Efficiency

Implement strategies to streamline product research, testing, and development cycles. Work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance research and innovation efficiency.

6. Costing & Commercial Viability:

Basic understanding of costings, pricing strategy, and feasibility analysis.
Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor//'s or Master//'s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Science, or a related field. Experience of 3-4 years in food product development, research, or regulatory

compliance in an FMCG Company or manufacturing plant.

Working knowledge of FSSAI guidelines, clean-label requirements, and food labeling

regulations.

Strong ability to analyze, interpret, and present nutritional data. Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in Google Sheets, Excel, and research tools for data management and

analysis.

Join Lo Foods in shaping the future of nutrition by combining science with innovation! Apply

now.