Product Development Manager - Plant-Based Foods

Grapefrute; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 50.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An innovative company is seeking a seasoned Product Development Manager to spearhead its product innovation strategy. This role involves leading a talented team, driving the renovation of existing product lines, and launching new products using proprietary technologies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the food industry and a strong background in managing product development projects from conception to production. With opportunities for career growth and a dynamic work environment, this position is perfect for a leader eager to make a significant impact on the company's future success.

Servicios

Market conform salary

Bonus

Benefits

Permanent contract

Growth and development opportunities

Formación

• 10+ years in product development in the food industry.
• 5+ years managing teams in product development.

Responsabilidades

• Lead a team of product development professionals and manage projects from lab to factory.
• Drive product innovation and oversee the entire product development lifecycle.

Conocimientos

Product Development Management

Team Leadership

Project Management

Food Technology Knowledge

Innovation and Renovation

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Food Science or related field

Descripción del empleo

We are hiring an experienced Product Development Manager with 10+ years of expertise in the food industry to lead our product development team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background as a technologist/NPD specialist, with experience in managing product development projects from the lab to the factory, and overseeing the entire process of innovation, renovation, and new product launches. This role offers the opportunity to lead a team, renovate our product portfolio, and develop new products using proprietary technologies.

This is a pivotal role in our product innovation strategy, with future growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 5 product development professionals, with the potential for future expansion.
• Provide mentorship and guidance, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment within the team.
• Drive the renovation of existing product portfolios and lead the launch of new products, ensuring alignment with company objectives and market needs.
• Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from lab-scale testing to full-scale factory production, ensuring quality and innovation at every stage.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, production, and sourcing, to align product development goals with broader business strategies.
• Lead product development projects with minimal supervision, adapting to changing priorities and managing multiple tasks efficiently.
• Ensure that all projects meet quality, cost, and time constraints, and adhere to regulatory and safety standards.
• Utilize a broad understanding of various product categories and technologies in the food industry. While experience in plant-based products is not required, a wide range of experience with different food technologies is preferred.
• Bring expertise gained from working in both large and small industries, ensuring flexibility in managing diverse projects.

Qualifications

• 10 years in product development within the food industry, with experience managing projects from lab to factory scale.
• 5 years of proven experience in team management in a product development environment.
• Strong background as a product development technologist or specialist, with hands-on experience across various food technologies, from lab to industrial scale-up.
• Experience in both large-scale corporations and smaller, more agile companies is a benefit.
• Accountability and decision-making are key assets.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Professional proficiency in both English and Spanish is required.
• Any food technologies are relevant. Plant-based is not required.
• Lead cutting-edge product development projects in an innovative company with proprietary technologies.
• Work in a dynamic environment where your expertise and leadership will directly contribute to the company’s growth and success.
• Future opportunities for career growth.
• A market conform salary, bonus, benefits, and a permanent contract.
• Growth and development.