Asst Manager Npd

**Role Summary:** We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated Procurement Specialist to support our New Product Development (NPD) initiatives. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of sourcing and procurement experience, preferably in a manufacturing or consumer products environment, and a strong passion for learning and problem-solving.This role requires a self-starter who can thrive in a fast-paced environment, work closely with cross-functional teams, and proactively drive supplier engagement to ensure successful and timely product launches. **Roles and Responsibility:** * Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers capable of meeting cost, quality, innovation, and timeline requirements. * Collaborate closely with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Branding and Supply Chain teams to support product launch milestones. * Obtain quotations, conduct commercial evaluations, and negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms. * Drive supplier development and ensure supplier readiness for new product introductions. * Track project timelines and proactively mitigate sourcing risks that could impact launch schedules. * Support material qualification, sample procurement, and testing activities for NPD projects. * Maintain procurement documentation, supplier data, contracts, and sourcing records. * Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. **Requirement:** * 3 -5 Yrs of Experience in procurement especially from NPD/ New Product Development * From graduate of B.E/B.Tech as educational qualification. * Strong learning agility – eager to learn new categories, technologies, and market dynamics. * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. * Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. * High ownership and accountability. * Comfortable working in ambiguity and changing project priorities. * Team player with a collaborative approach.