Innovation baker (Bakery Industry)

ARYZTA; Selangor; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Product Developer to innovate and refine bakery products. This role involves understanding manufacturing processes, developing products that meet market demands, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and efficiency. If you have a strong background in the bakery industry and a creative mindset, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to exciting product innovations in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the bakery industry as a Product Developer or Baker.
• Strong creative thinking and innovative skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance bakery products based on market needs.
• Collaborate with Operations and Quality Assurance teams for production processes.

Skills

Bakery Manufacturing Processes

Product Development

Creative Thinking

Time Management

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Develop products that align with our categories and can be efficiently produced in volume at our production facilities, based on market trends, customer inquiries, and commercial needs.

Key Accountabilities

1) Demonstrate a strong understanding of bakery manufacturing processes.

2) Develop and enhance products that address specific market needs and niche segments.

3) Continuously improve and refine processes for existing products.

4) Understand the full production process, including packaging requirements.

5) Support manufacturing and product design by developing prototypes during product development stages.

6) Collaborate closely with Operations and Quality Assurance teams to establish production processes and create detailed product specification sheets.

7) Develop and implement Product Acceptability Guidelines.

8) Prepare concept samples for internal and external discussions, identifying and communicating potential scale-up risks.

9) Stay informed about market and innovation trends; work with the Marketing team to develop conceptual approaches for various product categories.

10) Manage and document product development progress, including monitoring and controlling costs.

Experience and Skills Required:

1) Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the bakery industry.

2) Proven experience as a Product Developer, Baker, or in a related role.

3) Strong creative and innovative thinking skills.

4) Excellent time management with a track record of meeting project deadlines.

Soft Skills and Other Requirements:

1) Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

2) Able to work effectively as part of a cross-functional team.

3) Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

4) Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.

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What's your expected monthly basic salary? Which of the following types of qualifications do you have? How many years' experience do you have as a baker? How many years' experience do you have as a Pastry Baker?