Product & Business Development Manager (Food & Beverage)

JR Italy; Pisa; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

An established industry player is seeking a Product & Business Development Manager in the food & beverage sector. This pivotal role involves defining product strategies, conducting market research, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product success. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in product management and business development, with the ability to drive innovation and enhance market presence. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you.

Competenze

• Solid experience in Product Manager/Business Development roles in food & beverage.
• Proven project management skills; PMP certification is a plus.

Mansioni

• Define product strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, and marketing to meet development targets.

Conoscenze

Product Management

Business Development

Market Analysis

Project Management

Effective Communication

Strategic Thinking

Problem Solving

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

MBA

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Fluid-o-Tech Group

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Job Reference:

6478702070001041408337138

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

The position is responsible for the product planning and execution throughout the Product Lifecycle, including:

• defining the product roadmap by researching and analysing markets conditions, identifying key competitors and trends
• gathering and prioritizing product and customer requirements
• articulating key market requirements, identifying opportunities for product innovation and product enhancements
• working closely with engineering, sales, marketing to ensure development targets and customer satisfaction goals are met
• planning and executing key strategic initiatives to consolidate/develop business exploiting opportunities given by the company current/future technologies, ensuring that the product supports the company’s overall strategy and goals

Key accountabilities:

• Define the product strategy and roadmap
• Deliver Market and Products requirements
• Develop and win significant new initiatives impacting the revenues of the business category
• Work with customer/partners/external third parties to assess partnerships and licensing opportunities
• Act as program/project manager to plan and execute beta and discovery programs with early-stage products and samples, overseeing the new product development activities
• Act as an expert with respect to the application field and competition, supporting sales and marketing with the necessary product knowledge and technical expertise
• Enhance cross-functional collaboration and promote trust among functions
• Liaise with advertising and public relations to promote product

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering - MBA will be a plus
• Solid experience in positions as Product Manager/Business development in food & beverage (both customer or supplier sides)
• Demonstrated success in defining and launching components/devices on the market
• Knowledge of food & beverage industry standards
• Proven project management skills – PMP certification will be a plus
• Effective communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Excellent teamwork skills, with the proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority
• Problem analysis and solving and strategic thinking, with a proven ability to manage and analyse data to derive meaningful insights and quickly diagnose and correct any problems,
• Outstanding planning and organizational skills with a proven ability to adjust quickly to shifting priorities, multiple demands and rapid change
• Availability to travel at least 50% of the time