What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Development Manager position at Empire Kosher?
Overview
We are on the lookout for a passionate and proactive Product Development Manager to join our innovative team. In this role,The Product Development Manager, in partnership with the Chief Marketing & Innovation Officer, will drive brand and company valuation through short and long term innovation, renovation and optimization across the Table Trust Brands portfolio. This role will manage the innovation and renovation product development and commercialization activities and assist in innovation concept development, consumer research, and co-manufacturing process.
Duties
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage innovation and renovation product development and commercialization activities
- Assist in new products concept development
- Collaborate with cross-functional team to optimize existing processes
- Support consumer research activities
- Performs other duties, as assigned
Skills
- Highly motivated self-starter and able to work independently
- Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
- Capable of successfully managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional team and outside partners
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- · Highly motivated self-starter and able to work independently
- Advanced in PC skills to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Excellent skills in business development and strategic planning to identify growth opportunities.
- Proven ability to lead projects using project management methodologies, ensuring smooth execution from start to finish.
Minimum Requirements:
· BS/BA in food science, food technology, chemistry, or related field
· Minimum 7 years of proven experience in developing and commercializing meat products;
kosher meat experience a plus
· Expertise in experimental design, process development, troubleshooting and technical data analysis
· Knowledge of food safety and regulations and quality assurance practices
Pay: From $1.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mifflintown, PA 17059