New Product Development Specialist (Kitchenware and Cookware)

Location : Remote

Timezone : PST hours

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in innovative kitchenware and cookware solutions , is seeking an experienced New Product Development (NPD) Specialist to join their international innovation team.

In this role, you will manage the end-to-end development of new cookware and kitchenware products — from concept through commercialization — ensuring alignment with market needs, manufacturing capabilities, and brand standards. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and manufacturing partners across China and Latin America to bring high-quality, market-ready products to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of new product development (NPD) projects within the cookware and kitchenware categories.
• Collaborate with design, sourcing, and marketing teams to define product specifications, materials, and production methods.
• Conduct market and competitor analysis to identify innovation opportunities and product gaps.
• Partner with suppliers and factories to ensure quality, cost, and delivery timelines are met.
• Oversee prototype creation, testing, and product validation .
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and documentation across all NPD stages.
• Ensure compliance with international quality and safety standards (FDA, LFGB, etc.).
• Provide technical guidance on materials, coatings, and production technologies relevant to cookware.
• Contribute to the client’s long-term innovation and continuous improvement initiatives .

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Why Join

This is an exciting opportunity to join our client’s global innovation team and help shape the future of premium cookware products. You’ll play a key role in developing designs that combine craftsmanship, technology, and consumer insight — contributing directly to the growth of a trusted international brand.