Manager – R&D Techno-Commercial

About Araya Health Pvt LtdAraya Health has been incorporated with the vision of improving lives of Indian consumers by providing them ‘’good health, everyday’’.We aim to improve the health of Indian consumers by providing innovative and efficacious healthcare products to cater to their daily needs. As consumers are more informed now and can proactively manage their healthcare needs better, this approach reduces the cost to the consumers & also reduces the load on the healthcare infrastructure – as a result helping the consumers to lead their lives better and more productively on a daily basis.We are seeking : Manager – R&D Techno-Commercial (Product Management), BANGALOREAs Manager – R&D Techno-Commercial, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our company. We are looking for an individual with relevant experience in product development, particularly in consumer health/OTC category in India. You will be responsible for execution of product development at third party manufacturing unit and work closely with the Senior management for finalization of product from ideation till commercial. We prefer individuals who are already based out of BANGALORE. Travel required : moderate.  Key Responsibilities : •  Lab trials with third part manufacturers, execution of stability and commercial batches.• Development and finalization of packaging material (Artwork and arrangement of PM from manufacturers).•  Interaction with Raw material vendors, Packaging material vendors as well as manufacturing site.•  Interaction with Logistics and warehouse to execute smooth functioning of operations.•  Work closely with print proofing agency and RM, PM vendors to arrange supplies of RM and PM on time.• Smooth execution of commercial batches and ensure 100% compliance to manufacturing and quality process.• Collate all the data of manufacturing batches and keep records of same in document repository to ensure smooth resolution of queries and complaints. Understanding of PPIC (Product planning and inventory control). Desired skillsets : • Have worked in OTC/Ayurvedic and food supplement products from development to commercialisation.• Good stakeholder management skills and ability to collaborate well with 3rd party manufacturers and vendors of RM and PM.• Ability to work closely with external partners to get the development done and unsure successful commercialisation.•  Should be able to help CRO on trials and closure of final prototypes.•  Need to work closely with 3P manufacturers and get involved fully in production planning and inventory control.• Ability to inspect warehouses of distribution partners intermittently for quality check of products.• Able to create innovative product pipeline in line with business requirement.• Good control and understanding of RM, PM & conversion cost and work on cost saving and cost optimisation initiatives.  Qualifications : •  B Pharm, M Pharm, MSc with 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing and operations.•  2-3 years industry experience in FMCG or OTC or AYUSH product operations from development to commercial.•  Candidates with more than 10 years’ experience need not apply.•  Experience of launching at least 3-4 products from development to commercialisation.• Strong analytical skills and the ability to use data to drive decision-making.•  Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.•  Keen observer & fast learner. Hard working and ability to handle multiple products and task at a time. What we offer :•  An inclusive and collaborative work environment with industry benchmarked salary.• An inclusive and collaborative work environment. Chance to work with a passionate team and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the healthcare landscape in India.•  Huge learning opportunity in the growth phase of a fast-growing consumer healthcare start-up. If you are a dynamic, results-oriented individual with a passion to improve lives of Indian consumers and a track record of successful eCommerce management in FMCG/OTC/healthcare in India, we would love to hear from you. Join us in our mission to improve healthcare in India and make a real difference in people's lives.We look forward to welcoming you as a valued and key member of our team.To apply, please send your resume to corporate@arayahealth.in