Are you a creative visionary with a passion for food & beverage innovation? We’re looking for a Product Developer who excels in turning imaginative ideas into market-ready products. You’ll be instrumental in shaping the future of our product lines, managing complex projects, and ensuring successful launches that set new industry standards. If you have a strong background in food & beverage manufacturing and a flair for creativity, this role is perfect for you!
What will you do day-to-day?
- Creative Development: Generate and refine innovative product concepts that push the boundaries of the food & beverage industry. Translate creative ideas into feasible, high-quality products.
- Innovation Leadership: Stay ahead of market trends and consumer preferences to drive the development of cutting-edge products. Lead brainstorming sessions and encourage a culture of creativity and experimentation within the team.
- Project Management: Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from ideation and formulation to packaging and commercialization. Manage timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure projects are completed efficiently and effectively.
- Product Launch Coordination: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, marketing, and manufacturing, to ensure smooth product launches. Develop and execute launch plans that effectively communicate product value and drive consumer engagement.
- Market Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth research to identify emerging trends, consumer needs, and competitive insights. Use this data to inform product development strategies and enhance product offerings.
- Quality and Compliance: Ensure that all products meet high standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with quality assurance teams to address any issues and implement improvements.
Who are you?
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Culinary Arts, Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in product development within the food & beverage manufacturing industry.
- Proven track record in driving innovation and creativity, with successful examples of product launches and market impact.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
- In-depth understanding of food manufacturing processes, ingredient functionality, regulatory requirements, and consumer behavior.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams.
- Creative problem-solving abilities, a passion for experimenting with new ideas, and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
Ferretti Search is an award-winning Recruitment Firm specializing in Executive Recruiting and Staffing. Our product is people. Ferretti Search has a dedicated team of executive recruiters ready to help our clients find employment solutions that benefit them as well as match our candidates with a company that meets their job preferences and career goals. At Ferretti Search, we believe in transparency throughout the entire process in order to serve our clients and candidates better. We take pride and value our relationship with our clients and candidates.
If this opportunity aligns with your career goals, please send resumes to Anna Sutfin or email at asutfin@ferrettisearch.com.