Anik Dey

NPD and Application Manager, Research and Development, Food Technologist

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New DelhiMember since May 15, 2026

NPD and Application ManagerResearch and DevelopmentFood TechnologistR&dNPDFood Safety AuditorFlavour ApplicationSensory EvaluationRaw Material SpecificationsR&D DocumentationSpecification & Data ManagementFSSAI RegulationFSSAIFDAFSSC 22000ISO 22000Iso 9001Internal AuditorFood SafetyNew Product DevelopmentProduct DevelopmentFood & Nutritional AnalysisSpectrophotometrySavory/SeasoningBeveragesDairyBakeryConfectioneryLaboratory WorkNutraceuticals

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AFSTI Awardee (2024) and New Product Development professional with 1+ year of experience in R&D, flavour application, and food formulation across beverages, dairy, bakery, and confectionery. Skilled in complex ingredient specifications, cross-functional documentation, and regulatory compliance (FSSC, ISO, FSSAI). Demonstrated ability to develop prototypes, conduct sensory evaluation, and drive formulations from lab-scale to commercial production.

Seeking a challenging NPD/R&D role to independently manage product specifications, customer application support, and end-to-end recipe development.

Experience

New Product Development and Application Manager at Fab Flavours & Fragrances (August 2025 – Present)

Lead flavour application and NPD across beverages, dairy, bakery, and confectionery; optimized dosage levels and ensured sensory compliance across 10+ product categories.
Managed end-to-end prototype development — from concept to customer trial collaborating cross-functionally with QA, Production, and Marketing teams for client-focused product solutions.
Ensured regulatory compliance with ISO, FSSC 22000, and Halal standards throughout the product development lifecycle.
Supported successful scale-up from lab to commercial production, reducing formulation iteration cycles by streamlining trial documentation.
Tracked emerging market trends and ingredient innovations to deliver differentiated, customized flavour solutions.

Production Executive at Meghraj Food Processing (May 2025 to July 2025)

Managed daily packing reports, manpower allocation, and production metrics, reporting directly to the Production Manager.
Supervised and trained production staff on food safety practices, GMP adherence, and teamwork protocols, improving operational efficiency.
Conducted routine equipment checks and performed basic troubleshooting to minimize production downtime and maintain line continuity.

Research & Development Intern at Adyar Ananda Bhavan (A2B) (August 2024)

Worked under industry professionals on R&D for ready-to-eat snacks, namkeens, sweets, and beverages at a leading regional food brand.
Applied quality control and quality assurance techniques for raw material inspection and processed food evaluation to ensure product safety and prevent contamination.