New Product Development Manager

The successful candidate will lead the team with passion and drive to develop and implement the new and existing product development process – the candidate will be fully responsible of the any new product from concept to launch, commercial success of new and existing products, also having the exciting opportunity to develop recipes, packaging and factory trails.
Overseeing identification, development and onboarding of new products.
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends to drive sales and unmet needs in the market.
- Develop and maintain projects, project timelines, analysis market trends, budgets, milestones and all NPD initiatives – ensures projects are completed by deadlines also determine key priority projects (6/12/18/24 month plans).
- Ÿ Bachelor's degree in food science, Culinary Arts, Food Engineering, or a related field; master's degree preferred.
Ÿ Proven experience in new product development within the food industry, preferably in bakery or pastry products.
Ÿ Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ÿ Creative thinker with a passion for innovation and a keen eye for market trends.
Ÿ Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and food safety.