Manager Group New Product Development

4 days ago


Singapore DKSH Full time

Location: Novena Square, SG, SG
- Global Business Unit: CG
- Job Function: Business Development
- Requisition Number: 172293
- Description:
**General Responsibilities**:

- 1. End-to-End Product Development:

- Lead the entire product development process, from concept ideation, prototype creation, and pilot trials to full-scale commercialization.
- 2. Formulation and Recipe Optimization:

- Utilize expertise in food technology to develop and refine product formulations, focusing on taste, texture, stability, and nutritional profile while considering cost-efficiency.
- Conduct ingredient evaluations, sourcing, and trials to enhance the quality and appeal of new products.
- 3. Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance:

- Ensure all products meet food safety standards and comply with local and international regulatory requirements.
- Develop product specifications and oversee stability testing, sensory evaluations, and quality assessments.
- 4. Project Management and Cross-functional Collaboration:

- Collaborate with suppliers, quality assurance, marketing, supply chain, and production teams to align on product goals, timelines, and launch strategies.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring seamless coordination from development to launch.
- 5. Market Research and Consumer Insights:

- Stay informed of market trends, consumer preferences, and emerging ingredients or technologies.
- Analyze data and consumer feedback to identify new product opportunities and gaps in the market.
- 6. Innovation and Continuous Improvement:

- Drive a culture of innovation, identifying opportunities for new products and product line extensions.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives in product formulation, focusing on quality, sustainability, and cost optimization.
- 7. Technical Support and Troubleshooting:

- Provide technical expertise and support during the product launch phase, assisting in scaling up production and resolving any formulation or process-related issues.

**Functional Skills and Knowledge**:

- Minimum 5 years of experience in new product or formulation development, preferably within the Dairy and edible oils industry.
- Deep understanding of food science principles, particularly in dairy and edible oils.
- Expertise in formulation development, including experience with emulsifiers, stabilizers, and ingredient interactions specific to dairy and fat-based products.
- Knowledge of process technology for different product formats (e.g., UHT, pasteurized, frozen, and spreads).
- Ability to conduct sensory evaluations, shelf-life testing, and quality analysis.
- Expertise in scaling up formulations from lab to pilot plant and full-scale production, addressing any technical challenges that arise.
- Knowledge of production processes, including pasteurization, homogenization, and emulsification for dairy and edible oils.
- Ability to provide technical support to manufacturing teams, ensuring consistency and quality during product launches
- Demonstrate sound knowledge and understanding of the business and industry
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Demonstrate basic research and analytical skills
- Demonstrate fluency in English (both written and spoken). Additional languages are an advantage

**Education**:
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.

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