11 ott - Cisterna di Latina
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Overview
ROLE PURPOSE:
This role is known for supporting the Product Design and Execution of an Innovation Strategy, this can be for a Segment or a Cluster.
BUSINESS IMPACT:
This role is essential for the successful delivery of consumer-led innovation (NPD, EPD) and maintenance of the existing product portfolio. The role should ensure we continue to delight consumers & remain relevant & competitive in a changing world.
Responsibilities
R&D; Programmes are built with the consumer in mind
All product development has a foundation in consumer needs
Shows a curiosity about our consumer habits, practices, usage, needs & preference drivers within the allocated product area
Has a view of the category landscape is curious about our competitors and carries out benchmarking, reporting on the “so what” to help influence product / category direction
Product Development
Through having a good understanding of key ingredients is able to manipulate recipes to meet consumer needs
Is able to review and suggest recipe changes as part of a portfolio review (harmonisation / fuel for growth)
Has an appreciation for our manufacturing processes and can suggest changes to achieve a superior product whilst ensuring an efficient manufacturing operation
Has the ability to scientifically design trials to ensure a positive outcome
Builds relationships with the external supply base, co-packers and third parties
Technical Project Management
Understands the innovation process and is able to project manage simple technical workstreams (NPD/EPD) in accordance with the agreed procedures to ensure successful and timely delivery of the project
Uses data to make recommendations and design trials to test hypothesis
Understands the importance of stakeholder management and is able to build and maintain relationships with other colleagues
Qualifications
Relevant Science Degree or experience in an FMCG product development/Technical role
Proficient in English language
Eager to understand and anticipate consumer behaviour
Experience of concept development & rapid prototyping
Experience of designing and performing simple benchscale / factory trials
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