Product Development Manager

3 weeks ago


Syosset, United States Nationwide Technical Resources Corp Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSeeking a Product Development Manager for a food manufacturing company.

The ideal candidate will be involved with taking a product from an initial idea and transforming it into a physical product line. This position will be working strategically to manage products from conception to launch and plays a crucial role in ensuring products are delivered on time and within budget.

What you will do:
Own several product categories, maintain, and grow existing key suppliers while selecting and maintaining a network of potential new suppliers. You will also develop pricing strategies and implement Master Supplier Agreements.

· Own the full end to end management of designated vendors and co-mans, from first contact to commercializing new sku’s and categories.
· Use successful negotiation strategies to create contracts with optimal terms and establish supplier relationships that are most beneficial to the company.
· Influence suppliers so they understand the value of our partnership and are able to meet our needs most effectively.
· Partner with suppliers to bring a continuous improvement mentality and strategy, to reduce cost and improve efficiencies while maintaining or improving quality, and adjust strategies based on changing business needs.
· Leverage technical knowledge of products, ingredients, and components to build expertise on the operations of our suppliers.
· Manage and lead key strategic initiatives to optimize our vendor network and build a strong group of alternate suppliers.
· Support cross functional team in resolving any obstacles or issues with vendors (supply planning, R&D, quality, etc.)
· Project management of initial production setup of both new co-packers and new products.

Requirements· 5 years progressively responsible experience in the food and beverage industry managing 3rd party manufacturers and/or suppliers and a demonstrated track record in successfully developing, negotiating, and managing complex vendor relationships.
· Engineering, Operations or Supply Chain Management or other technical degree preferred.
· Excellent communications skills with the proven ability to lead, influence and motivate others.
· Ability to build positive, lasting relationships
· Project Management experience.
· Strong strategic planning and tactical decision-making skills.
· Initiative-taking and strong analytical/ problem solving skills.

Benefits
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Retirement 401k
  • Sick Pay
  • Vacation Pay
  • Holiday Pay




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