Senior Beverage Product Development Lead

POKKA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

POKKA PTE. LTD. is seeking an experienced Food Science & Technology professional to lead new product development, especially beverages, and drive innovative concepts from market insights. You will optimize formulations, manage supplier communications, and ensure compliance with food standards.

The role includes overseeing documentation, supporting junior staff, and delivering pilot productions to validate new products and cost-down initiatives.

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science & Technology or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in developing new products.
• Experience in product formulation, factory processing & production, food regulation, raw materials sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Lead NPD projects and manage progress to meet deadlines.
• Formulate recipes and verify new products before market launch.
• Communicate with suppliers on new materials or technical information.
• Prepare necessary documentation for new products.
• Conduct test trial production.
• Plan and implement cost-down changes via alternative materials or recipe modifications.
• Run pilot production to validate changes.
• Develop and propose innovative product concepts from market insights.
• Transfer knowledge and train junior staff.
• Support R&D documentation to maintain ISO/BRC quality systems.
• Ensure proper documentation for certificates, halal, and related quality standards.

Skills

Initiative

Time management

Analytical thinking

Curiosity

Perseverance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science & Technology

Job description

POKKA PTE. LTD. is seeking an experienced Food Science & Technology professional to lead new product development, especially beverages, and drive innovative concepts from market insights. You will optimize formulations, manage supplier communications, and ensure compliance with food standards.

The role includes overseeing documentation, supporting junior staff, and delivering pilot productions to validate new products and cost-down initiatives.