Product Development Manager - Food & Beverage (FMCG)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Fully remote

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a results-oriented Product Development Manager (Food & Beverage) to spearhead ideation, development and launch of innovative products from a remote setting across South Africa. You will partner with R&D, marketing, supply chain and QA to ensure safe, cost-effective and market-ready offerings.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in a relevant field and at least 7 years of progressive FMCG experience, with a proven track record in launching successful F&B products and

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive FMCG product development experience.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and launching new food and beverage products.
• Strong understanding of food processing technologies, ingredient functionality, and product formulation.
• Experience with regulatory requirements and quality assurance standards in the food industry.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote team environment.
• Passion for food and beverage innovation and consumer trends.

Aufgaben

• Lead the end-to-end product development process for new and existing food and beverage products.
• Conduct market research and consumer trend analysis to identify opportunities for product innovation and improvement.
• Develop product concepts, specifications, and formulations in collaboration with R&D and culinary teams.
• Manage pilot plant trials and scale-up activities for new product launches.
• Work closely with the supply chain and operations teams to ensure efficient and cost-effective production.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop product positioning, messaging, and launch plans.
• Ensure all products meet stringent quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Manage product development timelines and budgets, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, ingredients, and consumer preferences within the food and beverage sector.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Remote teamwork

Innovation

Stakeholder management

Food industry knowledge

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Food Science / Food Technology / Chemistry

7+ years FMCG product development experience

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

About the Role Our client, a leading innovator in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry, is actively seeking a highly skilled and creative Product Development Manager specializing in Food & Beverage. This is a fully remote opportunity, allowing the successful candidate to contribute their expertise from anywhere in South Africa. The role involves leading the ideation, development, and launch of new and improved food and beverage products that meet evolving consumer demands and market trends. You will collaborate closely with R&D, marketing, supply chain, and quality assurance teams to ensure products are innovative, safe, cost-effective, and successfully brought to market. This position is ideal for a passionate product developer with a keen understanding of the FMCG food and beverage landscape and a desire to drive product innovation in a remote-first setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end product development process for new and existing food and beverage products.
• Conduct market research and consumer trend analysis to identify opportunities for product innovation and improvement.
• Develop product concepts, specifications, and formulations in collaboration with R&D and culinary teams.
• Manage pilot plant trials and scale-up activities for new product launches.
• Work closely with the supply chain and operations teams to ensure efficient and cost-effective production.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop product positioning, messaging, and launch plans.
• Ensure all products meet stringent quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Manage product development timelines and budgets, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, ingredients, and consumer preferences within the food and beverage sector.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in product development within the FMCG Food & Beverage sector .
• Proven track record of successfully developing and launching new food and beverage products.
• Strong understanding of food processing technologies, ingredient functionality, and product formulation.
• Experience with regulatory requirements and quality assurance standards in the food industry.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote team environment.
• Passion for food and beverage innovation and consumer trends.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and the significant benefit of a fully remote working arrangement, providing excellent work-life balance. This role offers substantial opportunities for professional growth and the chance to shape the future of product innovation within a leading FMCG organization. The flexibility allows you to work from your preferred location while contributing to impactful product development initiatives.