Assistant Product Development

Job Description

Our client is a leading company developing products related to food and beverages.

Responsibilities:

• Developing product concepts with the Planning team.
  • Defining the product concept and key features.
  • Creating prototypes to visualize and clarify product features.
• Conducting feasibility analysis (mainly required at the Assistant Manager level).
  • Assessing technical financial and operational feasibility (ingredients processing food safety and regulatory aspects).
  • Evaluating potential risks and challenges.
• Coordinating cross-functionally and managing time effectively.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams such as the Planning team R&D Japan team suppliers or third-party partners manufacturers and public government authorities.
  • Planning and reporting work progress and addressing any arising issues.
• Performing product testing.
  • Conducting experimental shelf-life studies laboratory and pilot-scale experiments and physical and chemical lab analyses.
  • Analyzing results and preparing reports.
• Overseeing manufacturing and production processes.
  • Monitoring production processes and resolving any arising issues.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance and quality assurance.
  • Ensuring the product complies with relevant regulations and standards.
  • Obtaining necessary certifications and approvals.
  • Implementing quality control processes to meet specified product standards.
  • Conducting testing and troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues.
• Providing post-launch support.
  • Monitoring product performance and customer feedback.
  • Tracking new products from competitors.
• Meeting basic expectations.
  • Researching and understanding all information related to new product development and the product development process.
  • Demonstrating excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years of Assistant R&D work experience.
• Bachelors degree in a scientific field such as Food Science Food Technology Agri-Industry or Product Development.
• Over 4 years of experience in food and beverage manufacturing/industry or similar product categories (preferred).
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Fluency in English.
• Good team player and a quick learner.
• Open-minded proactive and innovative.
• Positive working attitude and ability to work within the companys organizational framework.
• Proficient in computer typing and working knowledge of apps (e.g. Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint).