Director New Product Development

Job Description

Designation: Director- New Product Development (NPD)

Reports to: CEO

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Markaz Knowledge City, Kozhikode

About AIMER Business School

At AIMER Business School, we are committed to redefining management education through innovation, experiential learning, industry integration, and learner-centric pedagogy. We aim to develop future-ready business leaders by combining academic excellence with real-world exposure.

Role Overview

AIMER Business School is seeking a high-energy, entrepreneurial Head for NPD. This is a "Business Head" role with full P&L ownership of our non-degree programs. You will be responsible for identifying market needs and building a portfolio of high-impact up-skilling programs, executive certifications, and specialized workshops/events. Your goal is to turn Aimer into a powerhouse for professional education, rivalling the agility and quality of top-tier modern business schools

Key Responsibilities

• Product Portfolio Innovation
• Market Mapping: Identify high-demand industry skills (e.g., AI in Business, Fintech, Product Management) to launch relevant upskilling courses.
• Executive Education: Design and launch high-ticket Executive Programs for mid-to-senior professionals looking for career transitions or leadership skills.
• Micro-Credentials: Create a suite of Certification Programs and intensive Workshops/Masterclasses that provide immediate value to students and professionals.
• P&L & Revenue Management
• Business Unit Ownership: Take full accountability for the revenue and profitability (P&L) of the NPD vertical.
• GTM Strategy: Develop and execute the "Go-To-Market" strategy for every product launch to ensure high enrollment and ROI.
• Pricing & Positioning: Design pricing tiers that reflect the premium value of the Aimer brand while remaining competitive against digital-first players.
• Operational Leadership
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with the Academic Director for content quality and the Sales/Marketing teams to drive lead generation and conversions.
• Stakeholder Management: Secure and manage partnerships with industry trainers and SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) to deliver high-quality instruction.
• Feedback Loops: Implement rigorous post-program assessments to ensure constant product iteration and quality control.
• Team Building
• Leadership: Build and mentor a lean, high-performance team dedicated to NPD operations, content coordination, and program management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 5-8 years of experience in EdTech, Program Management, or Business Development within the higher education sector.
• Experience in launching and scaling educational products from scratch is highly preferred.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: Must be comfortable with ambiguity and have the drive to "build as you go”.
• Execution Excellence: Exceptional project management skills; you should be able to move a product from "idea" to "launch" in record time

Why Join AIMER?

At AIMER Business School, we don’t just offer a job, we offer an opportunity to be part of something bigger. As a Director- NPD, you will have the chance to:

• Opportunity to shape the next generation of business leaders.
• Industry-integrated and experiential learning environment.
• Exposure to startups, entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and industry projects.
• Collaborative and innovation-driven academic culture.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: We offer a highly competitive salary.
• Work-Life Balance: A flexible 5-day workweek system designed to support your personal life while achieving professional success.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, casual leave, annual leave and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge.
• Appraisals & Salary Increments: Regular performance appraisals with opportunities for salary increments based on performance, ensuring recognition and growth.
• Training & Development: Access to internal and external training programs, and coaching to continuously improve your skills and advance your career.
• Dynamic & Inclusive Culture: Work in a supportive environment with a collaborative and diverse team committed to making a difference in education.
• Wellness Programs: Access to mental health resources, and wellness programs to support your well-being.