Product Developer

A leading FMCG food manufacturing company is looking for an experienced Product Developer with strong experience in food product development, flavour innovation, project management, and food manufacturing to join their team in Cape Town. The company supplies a diverse range of food and spice products to international markets and is known for its innovation-driven environment, quality standards, and fast-paced operations. This role offers exposure to global product trends, cross-functional collaboration, and the opportunity to develop commercially viable products for international customers.

Responsibilities

Research global culinary trends, ingredients, and food technologies

Develop innovative, commercially viable food products aligned with customer requirements

Manage new product development projects from concept through to launch

Collaborate with Operations, Quality Assurance, Procurement, Sales, and customers

Ensure products comply with country-specific food regulations and certifications

Source and evaluate sustainable raw materials and ingredients

Work with suppliers on packaging development and improvement initiatives

Provide technical support and problem-solving assistance to internal teams

Drive packaging innovation and supplier trials while maintaining quality and cost efficiency

Ensure projects are delivered within agreed timelines and commercial objectives

Requirements

Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Consumer Science, or a related qualification

2–4 years’ experience in product development or technical food manufacturing roles

Candidates without a relevant degree should have 5–10 years’ relevant industry experience

Strong project management and commercialisation experience

Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills

Strong understanding of food manufacturing processes and product development

Passion for food, flavour innovation, and global cuisine trends

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Strong attention to detail with a commercially minded approach

Benefits

• Salary: negotiable.

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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

R420 000 - R480 000 per annum

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