Senior Product Developer

Recruiter:

HR Genie

Job Ref:

SPDEVFOO

Date posted:

Monday, October 31, 2022

Location:

Benoni, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

JOB SUMMARY:
Our client within the FMCG industry is looking for a Senior Product Developer to join their team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Our client within the FMCG industry is looking for a Senior Product Developer to join their team!

Responsibilities:

Food safety and legislation
Ensuring raw materials used in development comply with customer policies, A- lists and other client requirements. Ensure all required documentation is requested, screened and approved by relevant food technologists. Consulting with relevant persons internally, externally and with customer.
Trends / Market Research/Understanding of the Competitors and Marketplace
Keeping up to date with trends and concepts relevant to industry through various channels – Mintel, The Trend Hub, Social Media,
Nielsen and networking. Regular store visits with team to all retailers or client’s stores, to keep up to date with competitor products.
Detailed analysis and understanding of competitor products and sharing of this info with relevant persons in house and with client.
Attending Food / Raw Material related shows / talks / events.
Benchmark ranges annually. Follow benchmark schedule and complete feedback, share internally & with client.
People Management
Have the ability to manage, guide and mentor other product developers in department.

Key Skills:

Time management, planning and co-ordinating,
Problem solving and analytical thinking,
Conceptual thinking,
Trend spotting / Innovation,
Good Communication skills,
Leadership Skills.

Qualifications:

Diploma or degree in Food Science / Technology / Culinary (3 years minimum) or relevant tertiary qualification
7-10 years experience in a similar role (advantageous)
Experience in product development and implementation

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