We are seeking an experienced and motivated Product Development Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving the development of new pet food products from concept to launch. This role requires a blend of creativity, technical expertise, and project management skills to ensure that our product offerings meet market demands and align with our company values.
Key Responsibilities:
- Product Development: Lead the ideation, formulation, and execution of new pet food products, ensuring they meet nutritional standards and regulatory requirements.
- Market Research: Conduct thorough market analysis to identify trends, consumer needs, and competitive landscape, translating insights into actionable product concepts.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, marketing, sales, and production teams to ensure successful product launches and alignment with company goals.
- Project Management: Manage the product development lifecycle, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, ensuring timely and efficient execution of projects.
- Quality Assurance: Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure all products meet safety and quality standards, conducting necessary testing and validations.
- Vendor Relationships: Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers and ingredient manufacturers to source high-quality materials for product development.
- Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on industry regulations and ensure all products comply with local and national food safety standards.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Animal Nutrition, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in product development within the pet food or related industry.
- Strong understanding of pet nutrition and ingredient functionality.
- Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in market research and data analysis.
- Passion for pets and a commitment to producing high-quality products.
