Product Development Manager (R&D)

Responsible for managing beverage and food development projects, including ingredient review, supplier review, cost analysis, cost optimization, product specification, and commercialization support to NPI team.This position also collaborates with cross- functional teams such as Supply Chain, Quality Assurance and Regulatory, Global Product Planning & Standards, Marketing, Legal and Finance to ensure the successful launch of new products and at the same time achieving cost optimization initiatives.
Project Management:

Develop and implement cost optimization projectsrelated to alternative materials/ ingredients and manufacturing processes.
Identify and review alternative suppliers to mitigatebusiness risk of reliance on one single supplier.
Proactively identify and mitigate product risks to projectsuccess and take corrective actions as necessary.
Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, andcross- functional teams to ensure seamless product development and launch processes.
Manage new product projects including testing, execution and launching.

Sensory Testing

Partner with Category Managers and Global Product Planning & Standards team on sensory testing and product development to ensure products meet customer expectations.
Ensure all new products’ testing and analysis areconducted accurately and efficiently.
Manage system & documentation related to productdevelopment and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.

Product Improvement

Analyse and track product performance, customerfeedback, and market trends to identify opportunities forproduct enhancement and materials/ ingredients replacement to save cost.
Collaborate with cross- functional teams to develop andimplement strategies to improve product quality andefficiency.

Process Management & Documentation

Stay updated with relevant GLP regulations, guidelines,and industry best practices to ensure compliance.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive documentationsystem, including study protocols, experimental data,laboratory notebooks, and reports, in compliance with GLP requirements.
Set up Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and proceduresin accordance with applicable regulatory guidelines.
Oversees lab activities: raw materials/ ingredients sampling and testing, making prototypes.
Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify noncompliance issues and provide recommendations for corrective actions.

Others

Manage relationships with external suppliers, vendors,and partners to ensure high- quality products aredelivered on time and within budget.

Education/ Training Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science/ Food Technology / Food Engineering.

Experience

3+ years of experience in product development/ F&B project managementand demonstrate good working relationships with cross functional departments
Sensory scientist background is preferred
8+ years of experience in the food & beverage/ retails industry

Knowledge of:

Understand supply chain operation
Knowledge of product development processes, including ideation,prototyping, testing, and launching
Ability to identify and implement process improvements to reduce costs andincrease efficiency
Ability to manage competing priorities to deliver projects on time and within budget
Knowledge of food safety, quality control, and packaging
Strong understanding of a variety of materials/ ingredients and theirproperties, able to evaluate & ensure their suitability for use in current & new products

Skills (Ability to):

Flexibility and adaptability to changes
Strong leadership, communication and coordination skills, ability to collaborate and manage cross- functional teams
Strong organization and planning skills
Fluent English in Speaking and Writing
Project management skills
Analytical and problem- solving skills.
Ability to work under pressure at times, with an enthusiastic attitude

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