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
.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in
Industrial Design, Engineering, Materials Science
, or a related field.
Minimum
5 years of experience
in product development, preferably in
cookware, kitchenware, or small domestic appliances
.
Proven success managing
NPD projects from concept to launch
.
Strong knowledge of
cookware materials and manufacturing processes
(stainless steel, aluminum, cast iron, non-stick coatings, etc.).
Experience in
OEM/ODM environments
or working with international brands.
Excellent
communication, project management, and cross-functional collaboration
skills.
Fluent in
English
; proficiency in
Mandarin or Spanish/Portuguese
is highly desirable.
Based in
China or Latin America
, with flexibility for regional and international travel.
Why Join
This is an exciting opportunity to join our client's
general 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.

📌 New Product Development Specialist (Kitchenware And Cookware) (México)
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