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NPD Manager – Skincare

MARS Cosmetics

5 - 10 years

Delhi

Posted: 21/02/2026

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Job Description

Job Title: NPD Manager Skincare

Company: MARS Cosmetics

Location: Netaji Subhash Place (NSP), Delhi (On-site)



Role summary

Own end-to-end skincare product development from concept to launchdriving formulation, packaging, claims, costing, timelines, and cross-functional execution with internal teams and 3P manufacturers.


Key responsibilities

  1. Lead NPD pipeline: identify opportunities, build briefs, define hero claims/USP, and execute launch plans.
  2. Manage formulation development with 3P labs/OEMs: concept prototypes stability finalization.
  3. Drive packaging development: component selection, compatibility testing, artwork readiness, vendor coordination.
  4. Own product quality + performance: sensorial targets, efficacy/claims substantiation inputs, safety, and QA handover.
  5. Build and control timelines using stage-gates; manage risks, iterations, and stakeholder alignment.
  6. Own product costing (COGS/BOM): target pricing, value engineering, MOQ planning, and margin guardrails.
  7. Coordinate regulatory readiness for India (labeling/claims compliance, documentation with RA/QA partners).
  8. Benchmark competition and trends (textures, actives, formats) and translate into actionable specs.


Requirements

  1. 48 years in skincare NPD (brand side or OEM/ODM), with multiple launches shipped.
  2. Strong formulation + packaging understanding (emulsions/gels/serums; compatibility and stability basics).
  3. Experience working with Indian/China/SEA vendors a plus; strong project management and negotiation.
  4. Comfort with data: BOM, COGS, MOQ, margin targets, and launch scorecards.
  5. High ownership, fast execution, and strong cross-functional communication.


Nice to have

  1. Exposure to dermocosmetic claims, sunscreen/active-heavy formulas, and sensory-led product design.
  2. Hands-on experience with stability protocols and packaging compatibility test planning.

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