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Product Developer - Cape Town City Centre

Our client is seeking a Product Developer where commercial flair and project management meet passionate foodie with equal importance.

Responsibilities:

  • Keep abreast of, and research new concepts, trends, market activity and innovation within the tea and 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 within given deadlines.

  • Ensure product conforms to country specific regulations on product and packaging.

  • Manage sustainable sourcing of new raw materials and packaging from compliant suppliers.

  • Ensure NPD compliance is in line with company certifications.

  • Liaison between customer and internal operational departments on all new projects to ensure effective launches.

  • Schedule, lead and monitor customer weekly meetings and minutes.

  • On-time product launches.

  • Effective execution of launches within internal departments.

Skills:

  • Deadline driven.

  • Proactive and enthusiastic.

  • Commercially minded.

  • High attention to detail.

  • A passionate and knowledgeable foodie.

  • Strong interpersonal skills.

  • A Creative thinker.

  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

  • Strong interpersonal skills.

  • Positive Mindset.

  • Solution-orientated.

Qualifications:

  • Either an equivalent of the below degree and 7-10 years experience or simply 5-10 years experience in the industry will be recognized.

  • Food Technology.

  • BSc Food Science.

  • Computer Literacy (Microsoft office).

  • Excel Fluency Intermediate level.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication in English.

  • Drivers license essential

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