Senior Manager, Product Innovation (Confectionery)

Argyll Scott Singapore; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global confectionery powerhouse is seeking a Senior Manager for Product Innovation in Kuala Lumpur. This hybrid role requires 10-15 years of experience in product development, particularly in confectionery, to drive the innovation roadmap and manage a portfolio in the Asian market. Key responsibilities include leading product solutions from concept to launch and partnering with marketing. A proactive mindset and strong strategic thinking skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years’ experience in Product Development and Innovation in a managerial capacity.
• Experience managing people and stakeholders required.
• Mandatory confectionery background, preferably with chocolate.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of innovative product solutions from concept to launch.
• Co-lead the end-to-end innovation process in partnership with marketing.
• Drive value leadership and profitability through strategic initiatives.

Skills

Product Development

Innovation Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Thinking

Technical Feasibility Studies

Job description

Senior Manager, Product Innovation (Confectionery)

Location: Kuala Lumpur (Hybrid)

A global confectionery powerhouse and seeking a highly strategic and experienced Senior Manager to drive its innovation roadmap. This is a crucial middle-to-senior leadership role, requiring a driven individual with deep technical expertise, exceptional business acumen, and a proven track record in the confectionery sector. You will be responsible for defining the future of our product portfolio in the high-growth Asian market.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of innovative product solutions from concept to launch, including formulation, technical feasibility studies, pilot trials, and scale-up (70-100 projects annually).
• Co-lead the end-to-end innovation process, starting from ideation. You will partner strongly with the Marketing team to establish the company\'s innovation roadmap and Future Portfolio.
• Drive value leadership and profitability by implementing strategic cost saving initiatives through recipe optimization
• Provide technical business leadership for product development and innovation, and help establish the future R&D pilot plan for the region.
• Exhibit strong influencing skills to manage key business stakeholders, including the General Manager and leadership team.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: 10-15 years’ experience in Product Development and Innovation, in a middle to senior level managerial capacity. Must have experience managing people and managing key stakeholders.
• Mandatory confectionary background, with a chocolate background being the top preference.
• Must be driven, highly proactive, possess strong strategic thinking, and exhibit a "hunger for growth"
• Good command of English is essential for regional and global collaboration

Argyll Scott Asia is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.