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SPC Global (ASX:SPG) is an iconic food manufacturer with a 100-year commitment to playing a positive role in the Australian economy and manufacturing industry. Our commercial business office is in Essendon Fields, Melbourne and runs four Business Divisions – SPC, The Original Juice Co, Nature One Dairy and Natural Ingredients.
This is an exciting time to join our agribusiness as we unlock new growth potential and take our business global.
The Opportunity:
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Senior Product Technologist - Export to join the passionate SPC team. This position is full time for a 12-month Fixed Term.
The Senior Product Technologist will provide the product innovation leadership to drive the portfolio of product development projects from concept to commercialisation in the market.
You will work closely with Sales and Marketing to understand customer and consumer needs, creating products that will delight our consumers at the right price.
This is a broad and challenging role which will require you to collaborate with both internal and external customers/suppliers and influence the business to grow and drive profit through a balanced portfolio of products across different channels, customers and markets.
Key Responsibilities:
* New products developed from ideation through to implementation and launch
* At ideation phase, work with commercial business leaders to explore consumer and customer insights and translate into product design specifications
* Develop product and processing solutions that are technically feasible in the supply chain network
* Explore appropriate technology options available to commercially produce new product including assessment of in-house manufacture, investment or third-party arrangements
* Rapid prototyping of product design options to assess customer and consumer acceptance using appropriate consumer and sensory research methods
* Develop experimental trial plans to test new product hypotheses and validate
* Develop documentation / Proof of Compliance
* Ensure regulatory compliance for import into desired countries including product labelling, product testing, registrations, Halal and/or Kosher certification, and grading requirements
* Audits and Control New product development and product change management to meet audit requirements
* Health, Safety, and Environmental Practices
* Drive new product development solutions through the Stage and Gate processes ensuring all initiatives are visible, adequately resourced and prioritised
* Project management coaching of teams as required to ensure the business is enabled and on track to deliver new product launch outcomes
* Project management of allocated new product projects through execution and launch phases
* Structured approach towards stakeholder management including identification and implementation of appropriate strategies for managing and enlisting support for complex projects
* Provide technical and product expertise to inform new product COGS with appropriate accuracy for project stage
* Generate profit growth through balanced portfolio of profitable new product development across customers, channels and markets
* Ensure competitive cost base through managing new product COGS within expectations
* Technical support for Business case development
* Technical input into strategic sourcing decisions for packaging and raw materials
* Technical evaluation to support make vs. buy analysis
* Engagement within R&D team and external and internal stakeholders to drive outcomes
* Develop cross-functional relationships and processes to new/improved products and cost savings opportunities
* Continually drive own personal development through application of robust development plan
* Meet People Safety behaviours and targets
The successful candidate will have:
* Bachelor of Science in Food Science, Food Technology, Engineering, Innovation or similar technology
* Minimum 5 years Food Technologist experience with specific knowledge of product development & manufacturing operations. Experience in fruit, vegetable or juice processing would be an advantage.
* Demonstrated technical experience in product and project management, as well as recipe development.
* Demonstration of ability to influence cross-functionally and manage stakeholders to achieve product development outcomes. Strong working relationships with marketing & operations teams.
* Strong project management and change management ability.
* Ability to employ the most appropriate product development and trial processes
* Knowledge of local and export food regulations, product claims and labelling information
* Ability to understand product cost drivers and impact on profit and loss
* Ability to deal with ambiguity working on many initiatives across a multi-year horizon
* Experience working with NPD Stage & Gate processes critical.
Our Culture:
Our employees come from all walks of life, across many cultures and backgrounds. The strength of our brands is supported through the strength of our people.
This is a rare opportunity to join a diverse, exciting workplace during a transformation period and make positive contributions to the growth of SPC.
Aside from being part of one of Australia’s most iconic businesses, SPC will also make sure you are fully trained for the job you are asked to do, and you will work in a great team environment with others who have a wealth of experience to share. We offer a competitive salary and opportunities for personal and career development.
You will be required to meet SPC’s employment criteria which will include pre-employment medical screening. Interested?
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Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Business Development, Manufacturing, and Project Management
Industries
Manufacturing
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