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Product Development Specialist – 14001004
- IL-Chicago Basic Purpose
-The primary
responsibilities are to support the Product Development Team by: (1)
Assisting in the product development process from ideation through
post-product launch; (2) Set-up and execution of product cuttings; (3)
Assisting in management of specifications and label approval; (4) Management
of reports and supporting documentation. Description
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Contribute to Exclusive Brands profitable growth and
overall success, with focus on new product innovation, and alignment with
overall US Foods strategy. ·
Assist Product Developers in collaboration with
Category, Marketing, FSQA and other functions to drive project potential and
assure aligned direction on priorities ·
Assist in alignment with key vendors and facilitation
of on-boarding new vendors. Build effective relationship with current and
potential vendor community ·
Assist in the development of best-in-class food
products by ensuring that nutritional attributes, formulas, product and
ingredient specifications meet corporate, regulatory, and customer needs ·
Assist Product Developers in performing product
evaluations for training and marketing materials Qualifications
- · 4 yr college degree in Food Science and/or Culinology, or equivalent experience in product
development-related disciplines required · Minimum 1-2 years’
related work experience in CPG, retail, foodservice, or food manufacturing · Knowledge of
product development and new product innovation, with some applicable Product
Development/Food Science experience · Excellent
knowledge of HACCP and its application in food industry ·
Strong foundation in the core fundamentals of the
culinary arts Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: ·
Strong passion for food ·
Strong sensory evaluation and analysis skills · High
collaboration and project management skills to work across a broad business
base · Highly organized
with a strong focus on detail and accuracy. Ability to thrive in a complex,
high demand, evolving environment, requiring quick responsiveness. Must be
able to handle multiple priorities while maintaining focus on the bottom line · Must demonstrate
a high degree of written and verbal skills and have excellent organization
and presentation skills · Work effectively
as an individual with supervision or in a team environment · Must possess a
workable knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel Physical Requirements
Must possess a valid
driver’s license, be able to sit and stand for long periods of time and be
able and willing to travel. Primary Location
: IL-Chicago Metro-Rosemont Schedule
: Full-time Shift
: Day Job Job Function
: Food Science Job Level
: Individual Contributor Travel
: No |
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