Category (Dairy Science)
Akshayakalpa Organic
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India0–3 yrs47m agovia LinkedIn
Posted 14 Nov 2026, 12:06 IST
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- Freshers and up to 3 years · B.Tech / B.E., B.Sc or MBA / PGDM
- Must know
- Market researchSalesSocial mediaContent writingStakeholder managementProject management
- Nice to have
- Marketing
- Work
- On-site in Bengaluru
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Sales48%Social media14%Content writing3%Market research2%of 96 similar fresher jobs posted in India this week
- Listed
- 14 Nov 2026 · still open
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About the Role
Akshayakalpa Organic is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to manage New Product Development (NPD) and Category Management for the milk and dairy segment. The role involves market analysis, product innovation, cross-functional coordination, and driving category growth across retail and digital platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- New Product Development (NPD)
- Conduct market research and analyze trends to identify new product opportunities.
- Develop product concepts, formulations, and packaging in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Manage end-to-end product development including timelines, trials, and approvals.
- Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
- Track product performance post-launch and recommend improvements.
- Category Management (Milk & Dairy)
- Analyze sales trends, consumer preferences, and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.
- Coordinate with the retail team to ensure effective product placement, visibility, and promoter training.
- Collaborate with the e-commerce team to manage product listings, availability, content, promotions, and fulfillment.
- Drive direct distribution (ADD) sales through market insights, activations, and sampling initiatives.
- Work with the marketing team to develop communication content including social media, influencer campaigns, emailers, and blogs.
- Manage end-to-end category quality by coordinating with backend teams to ensure adherence to standards.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop category extensions, new products, and improvements to existing products.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Key Skills Required:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of FMCG / Dairy industry.
- Project management and cross-functional coordination.
- Knowledge of retail and e-commerce operations.
- Creative thinking and marketing understanding.
- Good communication and stakeholder management.
Qualifications
- Preferred Qualification: BSc/B Tech in Food Science/Food Technology and Dairy Tech/Dairy Science (UG or PG).
- Preferred Qualifications: MBA / Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or Food Technology.
- 0–3 years of relevant experience (freshers can apply).
Compensation & Benefits
- Internship Stipend: ₹10,000 per month.
- Full-Time CTC: ₹4,00,000 per annum (based on experience and previous salary).
- Opportunity for full-time conversion based on performance.
What We Offer
- Exposure to end-to-end product lifecycle.
- Opportunity to work on innovative dairy products.
- Fast-paced and learning-driven environment.