-  Identify and analyze emerging food and beverage trends, consumer preferences, and competitive landscapes.

-  Generate innovative product concepts and ideas that align with the company's strategic goals and brand identity.

-  Conduct brainstorming sessions and collaborate with cross-functional teams (marketing, sales, R&D, operations) to develop new product pipelines.

-  Evaluate the technical and commercial feasibility of new product ideas.

-  Develop and optimize product formulations, ensuring desired sensory attributes (taste, texture, aroma, appearance), nutritional profiles, and shelf-life stability.

-  Source and evaluate new ingredients, considering functionality, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability.

-  Conduct bench-top experimentation and pilot-scale trials to refine formulations and processes.

-  Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and quality standards.

-  Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for new products, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.

-  Collaborate with engineering and production teams to oversee pilot plant trials and the transition to full-scale production.

-  Troubleshoot technical issues during scale-up and commercialization.

-  Design and conduct sensory evaluations to assess product attributes and consumer acceptance.

-  Analyze sensory data and incorporate feedback into product development iterations.

-  Collaborate with marketing teams on consumer research initiatives.

-  Manage multiple innovation projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

-  Develop project plans, track progress, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

-  Document all aspects of the product development process, including formulations, procedures, and results.

-  Stay up-to-date with relevant food regulations, labeling requirements, and industry standards.

-  Ensure that all new products meet or exceed quality and safety standards.

-  Prepare necessary documentation for regulatory submissions.

-  Monitor the performance of launched products and identify opportunities for improvement or reformulation.

-  Explore new technologies and ingredients to enhance product quality, efficiency, and sustainability.

-  Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

- 5 years of experience in food and beverage product development, with a proven track record of successful product launches.

-  Strong knowledge of food chemistry, microbiology, processing technologies, and sensory science.

-  Experience with experimental design, data analysis, and statistical software.

-  Familiarity with food safety regulations and quality management systems (e.g., HACCP, GMP).

-  Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.

-  Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

-  Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.

-  Passion for food and a strong understanding of culinary trends.

-  Specific technical skills or experience relevant to the company's product portfolio may be listed here, e.g., experience with dairy, bakery, beverages, etc.]

-  Advanced degree in Food Science or a related field.

-  Experience with specific product categories or processing technologies relevant to the company.

-  Project management certification (e.g., PMP).

-  Experience in a specific market or region