job description
Join Kapal Api Global as an Assistant Product Development Manager and play a pivotal role in driving innovation, product excellence, and market growth. Based in the vibrant hub of Canggu, Bali, you will lead end-to-end product development initiatives, from conceptualization to launch, ensuring alignment with business objectives and consumer needs.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our product portfolio, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about product innovation, strategic thinking, and delivering impactful solutions, we want to hear from you.
At Kapal Api Global, we foster a culture of creativity, agility, and continuous improvement. As part of our team, you will have the chance to work on cutting-edge projects, leverage emerging trends, and drive meaningful change in a competitive market.
Responsibility
- Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from ideation and feasibility analysis to prototyping, testing, and commercialization.
- Collaborate with marketing, R&D, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless product launches and packaging innovations.
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify gaps, trends, and opportunities for new product development.
- Develop and maintain product roadmaps, timelines, and budgets to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
- Coordinate with external vendors, manufacturers, and suppliers to source materials, negotiate contracts, and ensure quality standards.
- Monitor product performance post-launch, gather consumer feedback, and implement iterative improvements.
- Drive sustainability and cost-efficiency initiatives in product design and packaging to align with company values.
- Present product proposals and progress reports to senior management and stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in product development, preferably in FMCG, retail, or a similar industry.
- Proven track record of successfully launching new products from concept to market.
- Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities with a data-driven mindset.
- Proficiency in product lifecycle management (PLM) tools and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint).
- Fluency in English (written and verbal); Indonesian language skills are a plus.
- Creative thinker with a passion for innovation and a customer-centric approach.