Product Developer - FMCG

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + bonus

Hybrid work

Innovate in FMCG

Health & retirement

R&D facilities

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an innovative Product Developer to join a dynamic FMCG team in East London. You will conceptualize, develop, and launch new products, collaborating across marketing, R&D, and manufacturing to move ideas from concept to commercialization.

The role emphasizes market-driven formulation, sensory testing, and scalable production, with a hybrid work model and a focus on delivering consumer-loved products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Product Development, or a related scientific field.
• 4+ years of experience in product development in FMCG.
• Proven track record of launching new products from concept to market.
• Strong understanding of food science, formulation, manufacturing processes, and quality control.
• Excellent project management, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Hybrid work setting in East London with evolving project needs.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, develop, and test FMCG product formulations based on market research and insights.
• Collaborate with R&D to meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Define product positioning, target audiences, and launch strategies with marketing.
• Oversee pilot production runs and scale-up processes for efficient manufacturing.
• Conduct sensory evaluations and consumer testing to refine attributes.
• Manage project timelines and budgets to ensure timely launches.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Sensory evaluation

Consumer insights

Product formulation

Manufacturing processes

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Product Development

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative and experienced Product Developer to join their dynamic FMCG team in East London . This role is instrumental in conceptualizing, developing, and launching new products that meet market demands and consumer preferences. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, R&D, and manufacturing, to bring exciting new FMCG products from ideation to commercialization. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the innovation pipeline of a leading company, driving product success and shaping the future of their offerings in the Eastern Cape market, within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, develop, and test new FMCG product formulations and concepts based on market research and consumer insights.
• Collaborate with the R&D team to ensure products meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Work closely with marketing teams to define product positioning, target audiences, and launch strategies.
• Oversee pilot production runs and scale-up processes, ensuring efficient and effective manufacturing.
• Conduct sensory evaluations and consumer testing to gather feedback and refine product attributes.
• Manage project timelines and budgets, ensuring successful and timely product launches.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Product Development, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in product development , preferably within the FMCG industry.
• Proven track record of successfully launching new products from concept to market.
• Strong understanding of food science, formulation, manufacturing processes, and quality control.
• Excellent project management, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work setting in East London and adapt to evolving project needs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of office and remote flexibility.
• Opportunity to innovate and launch new products in the fast-paced FMCG sector .
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Access to state-of-the‑art research and development facilities.
• A creative and team‑oriented work environment.