Schedule:

• Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Dubai Time

Role Overview:
The Product Innovation Manager will own end-to-end product innovation and product
management, from scouting manufacturers and developing new products to improving existing SKUs and managing launch readiness. This role reports directly to the CEO and requires a hands-on product operator with strong structure, commercial awareness, and execution discipline.

Key Responsibilities:
Product Innovation & Development

• Lead new product development initiatives across Baya’s portfolio.
• Identify and execute opportunities to reformulate and improve existing products.
• Drive packaging innovation across materials, formats, cost optimization, and usability.
• Develop and manage line extensions, including new scents, formats, and sizes.

Manufacturer Scouting & Management

• Scout, evaluate, and onboard manufacturers primarily across Asia, Europe, and the
  GCC.
• Manage sampling, testing, and iteration cycles with suppliers.
• Build structured supplier comparisons covering pricing, MOQs, lead times, and
  capabilities.
• Prepare clear recommendations for supplier and product decisions for CEO approval.

Product Lifecycle & Roadmapping

• Own the full product lifecycle from concept to post-launch optimization.
• Build and maintain product roadmaps, timelines, and development trackers.
• Ensure accurate documentation of product specifications, BOMs, and packaging details.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Marketing, Operations, Logistics, and Compliance teams.
• Coordinate with sustainability and certification partners as required.
• Present progress, risks, and recommendations to internal stakeholders and
  shareholders.

Hard Skills & Tools (Product Innovation)

• Strong proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets for BOMs, cost modeling, and supplier
  analysis.
• Hands-on experience with Jira, Trello, Notion, Asana, or similar tools for product
  tracking.
• Advanced use of Google Drive / Workspace for documentation and collaboration.
• Ability to build and manage product roadmaps, sampling trackers, and development
  timelines.
• Strong documentation skills for product briefs, specifications, and SOPs.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in product innovation, product management, or NPD within
  FMCG or consumer brands.
• Hands-on experience working with manufacturers across Asia, Europe, and/or the GCC.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and execution skills.
• Commercially aware and comfortable working with cost trade-offs.
• Fluent in English. Additional languages are a plus.

Independent Contractor Perks:

• Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations
• Permanent work-from-home
• Immediate hiring