Product Development Manager

2 weeks ago

Newington, New South Wales, Australia Evolve Scientific Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

About the company/role:

Our Sydney office is recruiting for a Product Development Manager to work within a leading manufacturer providing fresh food product ranges for several different customers including service companies and leading retail chains. The business is a leading Australian company and has a long and stable history with an established footprint in its space. The Product Development Manager will have 3 direct reports and will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver NPD projects with agreed customer timelines. This is a full-time, permanent role with standard office and reports directly to the Head of Product Development.

Duties:

  • Develop and manage a team of three Product Development Leads
  • Foster strong relationships with key retailer customers – acting as primary liaison and scheduling meetings on-site or at customers site
  • Execute projects through their full NPD Stage-gate life cycle and ensure they are in line with customers agreed timelines and budget
  • Provide hands-on support to cover the team during busy periods and annual leave
  • Conduct post-launch reviews and implement actionable improvements
  • Drive continuous improvement through streamlining processes, removing bottlenecks and optimising resources

Skills/experience:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Food Science or a related discipline
  • Proven experience managing NPD projects through their full life cycle is essential
  • Previous experience working with Australian retailers – Coles, Woolworths, Aldi
  • Prior experience providing leadership or mentorship to junior team members
  • Hands-on factory trial experience in a food manufacturing environment
  • In-depth knowledge of Australian food legislation, food microbiology, high-care production environments and short shelf life products

Culture & Benefits:

  • Opportunity to work with a leading Australian fresh produce manufacturer supplying major retailers
  • Competitive salary on offer
  • Flexible work arrangement
  • Work as part of a dynamic, cross-functional team to ensure full life cycle of projects

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