Reporting: Senior Product Developer
Location: Maitland
Purpose:
The Spice Division is looking for a dynamic Product Developer to lead projects & innovate for key customers across the globe and to continue the growth of this innovative business.
Challenges abound in this fast-paced role that offers the opportunity to learn about international business, food and what it takes to be at the top of your industry.
Role Objectives:
• Project Management
• Product Development
Key Functional Areas:
• Keep abreast of, and research new concepts, trends, market activity and innovation within the herb and spice categories
• Develop successful, commercially viable products that are sustainable and in line with the trends and intended target market
• Project manage and execute all stages of the product development process
• Ensure product compliancy across the various country regulations on product and packaging
• Manage sustainable sourcing of new raw materials and packaging from compliant suppliers
Required Prior Learning/Experience:
• Either the below degree or equivalent of the below and 2- 4 years' experience:
o Food Technology/ Consumer Science
o Bsc Food Science
OR
• 5- 10 years' experience within a similar role
• Advantageous experience in:
o Project Management
o Product Development
o Commercial Exposure
Required Knowledge and Skills:
• Computer literacy (MS Office) and Fluency in Excel- intermediate level
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English
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