Are you passionate about food innovation and creativity? Our client, a trusted leader in dairy-based food manufacturing for over 60 years, is seeking a dynamic New Product Development (NPD) / Food Technology Manager to lead the charge in bringing fresh ideas to life. This role offers the chance to drive product innovation from concept to launch, improve existing products, and ensure everything meets cost targets, safety regulations, and market trends.
In this role, you will: Lead Product Development: Drive new food product design and development from concept to launch, aligning with business objectives and cost targets.Be the Expert: Provide technical guidance to project teams and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.Influence Brand Strategy: Contribute to brand planning and product launch strategies.Manage Budgets & Records: Oversee R&D records for tax concessions and grants and manage within the Product Development budget.Champion Food Safety: Support food safety principles, compliance, and a strong team culture, delivering projects on time.Collaborate with QA: Work closely with QA to implement data-driven quality standards and factory specifications.Coordinate Production: Lead food-making processes and guide teams in food product development.Spot Trends: Stay ahead of emerging market trends, opportunities, and regulatory changes.What We're Looking For: Qualifications: Tertiary degree in Food Technology, Applied Science, or Food Engineering.Experience: 3-5 years in product development with experience in production and QA.Regulatory Knowledge: Solid understanding of food safety regulations, the Food Standards Code, and relevant legislation.Project Management Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and other relevant software.If you're a creative, detail-oriented professional with a passion for dairy (especially ice cream!) and the drive to bring innovative products to market, we want to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of food. Apply today and be part of a team that values creativity, efficiency, and market-driven solutions!