Product Development Lead

7 days ago

West Region, Singapore PeopleSearch Pte Ltd Full time $120,000 - $240,000 per year

Product Development Lead - JC

Our client is a global consumer goods manufacturer with an expanding regional presence.

The Singapore office functions as a key innovation and development centre, supporting product creation, compliance, and technology initiatives for multiple international markets.

With continued growth and regional expansion, the company is seeking an experienced Product Development Team Lead to play a pivotal role in strengthening its R&D capability.

About the Role

The Product Development Lead will oversee a small team to conceptualize, test, and launch new products that align with quality standards and market needs.

This position blends technical expertise in formulation and product innovation with strategic leadership and cross-functional collaboration, offering strong exposure to international projects and long-term career advancement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of product development professionals to achieve successful project outcomes.
  • Develop and execute product development strategies aligned with business objectives.
  • Manage the full product lifecycle — from concept development to production scale-up.
  • Collaborate with Regulatory, QA, and Marketing teams to ensure compliance and product readiness.
  • Optimize formulations for quality, performance, and consumer appeal.
  • Monitor emerging trends and technologies relevant to the FMCG sector.
  • Liaise with external stakeholders such as suppliers and research partners as needed.

Requirements

  • Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related discipline.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in product development, preferably in the food or FMCG sector.
  • Proven leadership ability to guide and motivate a small technical team.
  • Strong background in finished product development and commercialization.
  • Familiarity with formulation processes and sensory evaluation techniques.
  • Effective communication and project coordination skills.
  • Comfortable reading technical materials and communicating with Mandarin-speaking counterparts.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally for short business assignments (around one week per month).

What's Offered

  • Join a growing regional R&D team with international exposure.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment that values innovation and initiative.
  • Excellent platform for career growth within a well-established multinational organization.

Office Location: West, Singapore

Interested candidates kindly forward your CV to (Jo Cheng I-tien, Reg No: R Feel free to forward this great opportunity to someone who would be a great fit for this role.

All information will be kept strictly confidential. We regret to inform that only successful applicants will be contacted.

PeopleSearch Pte Ltd

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