Product Development Specialist

2 days ago

Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan National Foods Limited Full time

Job Purpose:

To evolve NFL's product ranges in line with changing consumer preferences, regulatory requirements and evolving market trends and ensure that all product developments are executed seamlessly from concept through to launch.

Job Responsibilities:

  1. Work closely with cross-functional teams to brainstorm and develop new food product ideas in line with market trends and consumer demands.
  2. Collaborate with the Marketing team and relevant IRD Manager to analyse market trends, competitor products, and consumer preferences to identify opportunities for product innovation and improvements.
  3. Create and refine food product recipes, considering factors such as taste, texture, appearance, and nutritional content, and determine the appropriate combination and proportions of ingredients to achieve desired product attributes.
  4. Stay abreast of food safety regulations to ensure that all product development activities meet legal and regulatory requirements.
  5. Optimize ingredient costs while maintaining product quality and taste, which may include evaluating alternative ingredients and production methods.
  6. Work closely with the Quality Control team to establish relevant quality control procedures to ensure consistency and safety in the production process.
  7. Organize and conduct sensory panels to assess product attributes, make improvements, and gather consumer feedback.
  8. Manage the end-to-end product development process from concept through to launch, including setting timelines, allocating resources, testing, and tracking progress.
  9. Collaborate with the Manufacturing team to scale up the production process from lab-scale to commercial production.
  10. Work closely with the Procurement team to identify and evaluate potential suppliers for ingredients and raw materials, ensuring they meet quality and safety standards.
  11. Collaborate with the Supply Chain and Manufacturing to explore sustainable ingredient sourcing and production methods to reduce the environmental impact of food products.
  12. Maintain comprehensive records of recipe formulations, ingredient specifications, quality control procedures, and regulatory compliance documentation.
  13. Continuously seek to improve existing products and processes to enhance product quality, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.
  14. Conduct research on emerging trends in food industries to assist in new strategic initiatives actively.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

  1. Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline with 3-5 years of experience.
  2. Or Postgraduate degree in relevant discipline with 1-2 years of experience.

Location:

Karāchi, Sindh, Pakistan

Seniority Level:

Associate

Employment Type:

Full-time

Job Function:

Research

Industries:

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

We at National Foods are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that values and supports diversity. We believe that a diverse workforce drives innovation and creativity. Hence, we encourage and actively seek applicants from diverse backgrounds, religions, and abilities, to contribute to our mission of driving positive change in the world. If you require any additional support, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application for us to better support your recruitment journey.

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