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Godrej Industries Group

Assistant Manager - NPD & Vendor Development

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Godrej Industries Group
Indian conglomerate operating in consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services & chemicals
Manage end-to-end supply chain for new product development projects.
6d ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Office Full-Time
Company Size
10,001 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Consumer goods
Real estate
Agriculture
Chemicals
Financial services
Appliances
Locks & Security Solutions
Aerospace
Role
What you would be doing
supply chain
machinery setup
vendor management
risk management
dashboard management
quality compliance
  • Track project timelines, highlight risks, and drive issue resolution to ensure successful on-time launch.
  • Make data-backed make-vs-buy decisions and identify the right manufacturing partners.
  • Core member of the NPD Supply Chain team, responsible for managing end-to-end supply chain for New Product Development (NPD) projects.
  • Coordinate with manufacturing teams to set up new machinery or modify existing lines.
  • Once a product is cleared for launch, take complete ownership of setting up the supply chain.
  • Act as the key custodian for Quality & Safety compliance across all NPD processes.
  • Collaborate closely with R&D, Packaging Development, Innovation, and Manufacturing teams to ensure seamless execution.
  • Ensure end-to-end delivery of NPD projects from raw material sourcing to market dispatch.
  • Maintain structured documentation, dashboards, and trackers for NPD supply chain activities.
  • Identify, evaluate, and onboard RM (Raw Material) and PM (Packing Material) vendors; lead cost negotiations to ensure cost competitiveness.
  • Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel
What you bring
engineering degree
mba
sap
excel
fmcg
vendor negotiation
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and setting up production lines / machinery for new products.
  • Hands-on experience in vendor identification, development, and negotiation.
  • Ability to challenge the status quo constructively and drive improvements.
  • Graduate degree in Engineering / Science (Mandatory)
  • MBA or postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain, Operations, or Manufacturing (preferred).
  • Strong communication and influencing skills to engage internal and external partners.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a data-driven approach.
  • Strong collaboration skills with ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders (R&D, Packaging, Manufacturing, Innovation, Finance).
  • 2–4 years of sourcing / manufacturing / supply chain experience, preferably in FMCG.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-ambiguity environment with a strong bias for action.
  • Familiarity with supply chain processes, procurement systems, and manufacturing best practices. Strong proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and exposure to ERP systems (SAP preferred)
  • Mandatory: Minimum 2 years of sourcing experience in FMCG sector. Good to have: Manufacturing experience or contract manufacturing management experience.
Benefits
  • 2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers
  • 6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers
Training + Development
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Company
Overview
6.1B Revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates around USD 6.1 billion in revenue annually.
27.5B Market Cap
Market Capitalization
The company's market capitalization stands at USD 27.5 billion as of March 2024.
1.7M Ballot Boxes
Historic Contribution
Crafted 1.7 million ballot boxes for India's first general election in 1951.
1918 Innovation
First Vegetable-Oil Soap
Pioneered the world's first vegetable-oil soap in 1918, marking a significant milestone in product development.
  • Founded in the 1980s as a holding arm of a storied legacy that began in 1897, it now weaves together diverse businesses.
  • Subsidiaries span FMCG, real estate, agribusiness, chemicals, real estate private equity and financial services.
  • Chemicals division, one of India’s oldest oleochemicals manufacturers, serves global industrial markets.
  • Agrovet pioneers in animal feed and palm oil, with R&D-backed products boosting farm productivity.
  • Consumer Products arm leads in home and personal care across Asia, Africa and Latin America.
  • Properties business is among India’s top real estate developers, delivering residential and commercial projects.
  • Capital controls financial services including home loans and commercial lending under the Group’s banner.
  • Headquartered in Pirojshanagar, Mumbai, the Group continues a legacy rooted in ingenuity and nation-building.
Culture + Values
  • Integrity
  • Innovative Thinking
  • Customer-Centric Approach
  • Sustainability
  • Excellence in Execution
  • Continuous Learning
  • Collaboration
  • Ownership and Accountability
Environment + Sustainability
17% reduction
Carbon footprint reduction
Achieved a significant reduction in carbon emissions over the past three years through various sustainability initiatives.
100% renewable
Energy target by 2030
Aiming to transition all facilities to rely entirely on renewable energy sources by 2030 to reduce environmental impact.
30% reduction
Water usage reduction
Successfully decreased water usage across operations, reflecting strong commitment to sustainable resource management.
Net zero by 2040
Carbon emissions target
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040 to align with global sustainability goals.
  • Utilizing renewable energy sources across manufacturing plants.
  • Focus on sustainable sourcing, including sustainable palm oil and paper products.
Inclusion & Diversity
2025
Gender Parity in Leadership
Aim to achieve equal gender representation in leadership positions by 2025.
40%
Women in Workforce
Target to ensure 40% of workforce representation for women.
  • Leadership development programs for underrepresented groups.
  • Ongoing mentorship programs to support career growth for women.
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