Senior Food Product Innovation & Launch Leader

KALBE NUTRITIONALS; Jakarta Timur; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food products company in Jakarta is seeking a Product Development Manager to lead innovation and development of food products. Responsibilities include overseeing formulation, managing trials, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Food Technology and a minimum of 8 years of experience in the food or beverage industry. Strong leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience as Product Development Manager in food or beverage industry.
• Proven track record of leading successful product launches from concept to commercialization.
• Experience managing product development projects, cross-functional teams, and external suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee formulation, sensory evaluation, and product optimization.
• Manage and execute trials, analyzing results and making recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth product launches.
• Monitor consumer insights, competitor products, and industry trends.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and nutritional guidelines.
• Lead cost optimization projects while maintaining quality.
• Support troubleshooting of technical challenges and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Business Acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology

Master’s degree in Food Technology

Job description

A leading food products company in Jakarta is seeking a Product Development Manager to lead innovation and development of food products. Responsibilities include overseeing formulation, managing trials, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Food Technology and a minimum of 8 years of experience in the food or beverage industry. Strong leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills are essential.