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Our client is the global dominant leader in their industry.
They are
currently looking for an experienced Product Development Manager with
proven experience supporting the development and launch of new Nutritional
Foods and Beverages.
This
position is based in Southern CA and will report directly to the Senior Director
of New Product Development.
This is
a hands-on development position but will also be responsible for the
commercialization of new products.
There
are no direct reports at this time. This is a hands-on type of job.
Essential
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Lead
R&D & Manufacturing teams on all aspects of food product
development from concept through commercialization.
• Work
with cross functional teams and external contractors to execute and
problem-solve.
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Develop and manage multiple product development timelines and activities
for assigned projects.
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Establish & manage cost of goods to meet company goals for test and
product launches.
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Perform research to gain consumer knowledge; monitor and report on market
trends related to key industries.
• Write
detailed creative and production briefs as necessary for distribution to
key parties.
• Work
with Creative Services, Production and other departments to source and
coordinate key elements of infomercial and product development including
packaging and collateral.
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Support team in creation of strategy documents including, but not limited
to
1)
Product Strategy Presentation
2) Brand
Strategy presentation etc.
• Must
has a sound understanding of Quality Systems (QC and Regulatory)
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Understanding of Consumer Insights (Focus Groups & Sensory Tests)
Requirements:
• Must
have 5 years of hands on food R&D experience.
• Must
have a BS in Food Science, Nutrition or similar science. MS is preferred.
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Company prefers applicants that have hand on development of Nutritional
Foods, Diet Foods or Nutritional Beverages.
• Should
have some understanding of market trends in the Food and Beverage segments.
• Must
have strong project management skills (knowledge of project management
software a plus).
• Good
self-initiative and the ability to manage workload with minimal
supervision.
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Focused creativity with ability to problem-solve and recommend quick
action. • Analytical; ability to handle and manage spreadsheets, analytics
and cost of goods easily.
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Excellent verbal communication skills, with ability to work effectively at
all levels.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Sets
deadlines, assigns responsibilities, monitors and summarizes progress of
projects.
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Self-starter, who needs little handholding and can get up to speed quickly.
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Demonstrated ability to build & maintain cross-functional relationships
and work collaboratively in a team environment. Leads and directs work of
others responsible for assigned tasks.
• Having
a passion for healthy or nutritional foods is a definite plus!
• Must
have a full command of Microsoft office suite of products.
• Must
be willing to travel occasionally
A
competitive salary, company bonus and excellent benefits. Relocation assistance.
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