Food Technology & Safety (Science & Technology)Full timeCarman's has been a delicious labour of love for 30 years, growing across multiple channels with breakfast and snacking portfolios in both domestic and international markets. A great success story, Carman's is a 100% Australian owned family business that manufactures all products locally.About the roleAre you driven by innovation and passionate about creating products that people love? At Carman's, we are looking for a seasoned Head of Product Development to spearhead our core category innovation, guiding new product development and leading a team of skilled Product Developers.What You'll Do:Lead and mentor a talented team of product developers, fostering a culture of creativity and collaborationPartner with the brand team to develop and refine the product pipeline for our core offerings, ensuring they are inspired by the latest trendsTake ownership of the entire product development process, from ideation to launch, ensuring all projects align with the company's strategic goals and are commercially viableBuild and nurture relationships with suppliers and co-manufacturers to enhance our development capabilitiesWork closely with teams across marketing, finance, operations, and quality to ensure seamless product launches and operational successEnsure products meet all necessary regulatory requirements and uphold the highest internal quality standardsContinuously monitor market shifts and consumer preferences to identify new opportunities for growth and innovationWhat we're looking for:A proven track record in product development, ideally within the food or FMCG industryProven success in managing third party suppliers and manufacturers and building successful relationshipsStrong leadership capabilities with the ability to inspire and manage a high-performing teamExceptional project management skills, with the ability to take multiple projects from concept to completion on time and within budgetExpertise in building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and externalAn innovative mindset, with a passion for staying ahead of consumer trends and industry developmentsIn-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and market dynamicsWhat are we offering?Hybrid working arrangements (Tuesdays we are all in the office & eat lunch together!)Our wellbeing program. This includes free weekly yoga, circuit and meditation classes. Team members are encouraged to use the gym at their leisure – we even have a sauna and massage room! Oh, and sleep pods that were designed for NASA!Free parking directly opposite the buildingWalking distance to Huntingdale train stationFree, barista-made coffee from the Carman's Kitchen Store via our Coffee Concierge service and an on-site chef who whips up fresh, healthy subsidised lunches dailyFree snacks, breakfast, and fruit. You can also take home a bag of Carman's products each weekA day off on your birthdayHalf day off quarterly to do your personal choresTwo doona days per yearThursday afternoon drinks!Ongoing personal and professional development programs, catered to individual needs and aspirations.At Carman's, we want everyone to feel included and to know that diverse backgrounds enhance and enrich our team, our culture and our innovation. If you're passionate about what you can bring to the table, (even if you don't think you have everything we're looking for) we want to hear from you. We're committed to an inclusive environment where all voices are valued and respected.For more information about Carman's, go to www.carmanskitchen.com.au.#J-18808-Ljbffr