Senior New Product Developer

We are looking for a New Product Development (NPD) Manager who will be responsible for leading the ideation, development, and launch of new, innovative products that align with our brands vision. This role requires a candidate with a deep passion for food, a solid understanding of health-oriented ingredients, and a dedication to challenging conventional thinking within the food industry.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Product Ideation & Development
• Conduct market research and analyze consumer trends to identify new product opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., marketing, quality control) to develop and optimize product formulations and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Ingredient Knowledge & Health Focus
• Demonstrate expertise in ingredients and their health benefits, ensuring that products meet regulatory and Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) guidelines.
• Project Management
• Oversee the product development lifecycle from concept to commercialization, managing timelines, budgets, and project goals.
• Coordinate testing, trials, and adjustments to ensure product quality, safety, and consumer appeal.
• Innovation & Market Differentiation
• Challenge traditional ideas and proactively identify opportunities for innovation in the functional and healthy snack category.
• Experiment with and incorporate unconventional ingredients or preparation methods to enhance product uniqueness and appeal.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor's or master's degree in food science, nutrition, product development or related field.
• 6+ years in product development within the food industry, ideally in health-focused or functional food products.
• Proven track record of successful product launches from concept to market.
• Extensive understanding of ingredients and their associated health benefits.
• Awareness of relevant food industry regulations and RDA standards.
• Passion for food and nutrition.
• Ability to question and rethink established practices and norms in food development.
• Go-getter mentality with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset, capable of independently driving projects.
• Solution-oriented thinker who values discipline and commitment to quality and timelines.