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Product Development Director

6-8 Years
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Job Description

  • Develop, plan, and execute the company's product development strategy for dessert and sweet product categories, ensuring alignment with consumer needs and market trends.
  • Lead and manage the product development team, overseeing the entire Product Life Cycle (PLC) and ensuring new products are launched on schedule and in compliance with business requirements.
  • Develop products that meet defined cost, quality, and profitability targets, including sourcing and managing OEM manufacturers and suppliers.
  • Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, packaging designers, R&D teams, OEM partners, marketing teams, and sales teams.
  • Work with the Marketing team and related departments to identify opportunities and define strategies for new product development.
  • Research, source, and coordinate with relevant parties to identify new ingredients, technologies, and innovations that support the development of new products and the improvement of existing products.
  • Conduct market research and analyze consumer feedback, focus group results, and internal/external data to support product development and manufacturing decisions.
  • Coordinate with OEM partners and outsourced manufacturers to ensure product development projects achieve targeted objectives and business goals.
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with key OEM manufacturers, suppliers, and business partners.
  • Coordinate with production teams to conduct pilot trials and commercial-scale production runs, including reviewing, validating, and approving final production formulations.
  • Establish company-wide product development standards, processes, and performance tracking systems to ensure effective project execution and continuous improvement.
  • Present product development plans, project progress, and performance results to senior management, while providing expert guidance and recommendations on product innovation and development strategies.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.

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  • Job Specification Bachelor's degree in food science, Food Technology, or a related field.
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in Product Development, Research & Development (R&D), Product Management, or related functions within the food and beverage industry.
  • Proven experience in leading product development teams and driving innovation from concept to commercialization.
  • Strong knowledge of food science, product development processes, product costing, and margin management.
  • Experience managing OEM manufacturers, suppliers, and cross-functional projects.
  • Strong strategic thinking with the ability to align product innovation with business growth objectives.
  • Experience in dessert, bakeries, beverage, tea, coffee, or café businesses will be an advantage.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and team leadership skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. Strong command of English, both written and spoken.

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