Executive - Food Development and Merchandising

Family Mart; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading convenience store chain seeks an Executive for Food Development and Merchandising in Shah Alam. You will play a vital role in developing new food products, ensuring proper operations of the test kitchen, and supporting quality control evaluations. Ideal candidates should possess a relevant degree and strong interpersonal skills. This position requires a proactive and self-motivated individual, able to work independently and willing to be based in Bukit Jelutong, Shah Alam.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, or Professional Degree in relevant fields required.
• Background in F&B industry is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of Food Safety preferred.
• Must work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist in new product development including sample preparation and sensory evaluations.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper operation of the test kitchen.
• Support QC sample evaluations and maintain accurate records.
• Execute food development tasks to meet product launch timelines.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proactive and self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Technology, Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field

Job description

Executive - Food Development and Merchandising

Assist in new product development, including sample preparation, sensory evaluations, product shelf-life and stability studies, reheating procedures, equipment SOP testing, and other related tasks.

Maintain proper operation of the test kitchen by ensuring workspace cleanliness, equipment upkeep, materials management, and adherence to safety standards.

Support QC sample evaluations, maintain accurate records, assist in new product initiatives, and update SOP documentation as required.

Execute assigned food development tasks to meet product launch timelines.

Perform other ad-hoc tasks as assigned by management.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree in Food Technology, Nutrition, Dietetics, Culinology Science, or related field.

Background in the F&B industry will be an advantage.

Strong understanding of Food Safety is preferred.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Must be willing to work in Bukit Jelutong, Shah Alam, and possess own transportation.