Manager - New Product Development

Role Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned professional to spearhead our New Product Development initiatives in Gurugram. In this high-impact role, you will act as the architect of our future product portfolio, bridging the gap between market opportunities and technical execution. You will work closely with cross-functional leadership, including engineering, marketing, and sales teams, to translate complex customer pain points into scalable product solutions. By owning the end-to-end lifecycle, you will directly influence our competitive positioning, drive revenue growth, and ensure that our product offerings remain at the forefront of industry innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

- Define and execute the comprehensive product strategy to ensure alignment with long-term business objectives and market shifts.

- Manage the end-to-end product roadmap, prioritizing features and enhancements that deliver maximum value to our core user base.

- Develop and implement data-driven pricing strategies that optimize profitability while maintaining a strong competitive edge in the market.

- Collaborate with engineering and design teams to oversee the development lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality product iterations.

- Conduct deep-dive market research and competitor analysis to identify emerging trends and pivot product direction when necessary.

- Partner with senior stakeholders to secure buy-in for new product initiatives and communicate progress against strategic milestones.

Required Skillset:

- Demonstrated ability to translate high-level business goals into actionable product roadmaps that drive measurable growth.

- Proven expertise in analytical pricing strategy, with a track record of balancing customer acquisition costs against lifetime value.

- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and build consensus across all levels of the organization.

- Strong proficiency in data-driven decision-making, utilizing market insights and user feedback to refine product features and functionality.

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment in Gurugram, maintaining high levels of productivity and collaboration across distributed teams.

- A postgraduate degree from a premier institute is highly preferred, coupled with 8 - 15 years of experience in product management or strategic development roles.