Company
FMCG
Manager,R&DSnacks
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“Manager, R&D Snacks. Skills: Product Development, Commercialization, Innovation, Food Science. Lead product development from concept to commercialization. Develop innovative snack offerings”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure products are scalable and operationally feasible; Ensure products meet food safety, quality, shelf-life, and regulatory standards; Support smooth execution of product launches; Ensure timely delivery of projects; Product margin optimization initiatives
Industry & Context.
analytical and problem-solving abilities
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, Culinary Arts, or related field, Minimum 5–7 years of experience in food/snack R&D, product development, or innovation within FMCG, retail, or food manufacturing industries, Proven experience managing end-to-end product development and commercialization, knowledge of food formulation, ingredients, shelf-life, and food safety standards, project management and stakeholder management skills, Commercially aware with analytical and problem-solving abilities, Ability to balance innovation, cost efficiency, and operational practicality, Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills, Agile, hands-on, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Nice to Have
Experience in packaged snacks, frozen foods, bakery, convenience foods, or local snack categories is an added advantage
What You'll Do.
Lead product development from concept to commercialization
Develop innovative snack offerings
Conduct product benchmarking and sensory evaluations
Identify innovation opportunities
Collaborate with Operations
Ensure products meet food safety standards
Develop product specifications and SOPs
Support product launch execution
Work with suppliers on ingredient sourcing
Manage technical discussions on ingredients
Partner with Marketing and Commercial teams
Monitor industry trends and consumer preferences
Identify opportunities in healthier snacks
Utilize customer feedback for enhancements
Manage multiple product development projects
Support costing exercises and margin optimization
Track project timelines and milestones
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate closely with Operations, QA, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams; Partner with Marketing and Commercial teams
Communication Scope
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Process & Methodology
Manage multiple product development projects simultaneously, Track project timelines, milestones, and commercialization readiness
Full Job Description
_Job Description_ **WHAT YOU’LL CHAMPION:** ### **Product Development & Innovation** * Lead the development of new snack products from concept creation through formulation, testing, commercialization, and post-launch evaluation. * Develop innovative snack offerings including ready-to-eat, packaged, ambient, frozen, and local-inspired snack categories. * Conduct product benchmarking, sensory evaluations, and reformulation initiatives to improve product quality and consumer appeal. * Identify opportunities for innovation based on market trends, customer insights, and competitive analysis. ### **Commercialization & Operational Excellence** * Collaborate closely with Operations, QA, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams to ensure products are scalable and operationally feasible. * Ensure products meet food safety, quality, shelf-life, and regulatory standards. * Develop product specifications, SOPs, preparation guidelines, and technical documentation. * Support smooth execution of product launches across different business channels. ### **Supplier & Cross-Functional Collaboration** * Work with suppliers and manufacturing partners on ingredient sourcing, product trials, and innovation opportunities. * Manage technical discussions and evaluation of ingredients, packaging, and manufacturing capabilities. * Partner with Marketing and Commercial teams to support promotional campaigns, seasonal launches, and portfolio expansion. ### **** ### **Market & Consumer Insights** * Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and evolving consumer preferences within the snack category. * Identify opportunities in healthier snacks, local flavors, convenience snacking, and emerging food trends. * Utilize customer feedback and sales performance data to drive product enhancements. ### **Project & Financial Management** * Manage multiple product development projects simultaneously while ensuring timely delivery. * Support costing exercises and product margin optimization initiatives. * T
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