Food Product Developer

4 days ago

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Target Full time

Job Overview

We are seeking a talented Food Product Developer to join our team at Target. As a key member of our product development team, you will play a crucial role in developing innovative food products that meet our guests' expectations.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a dynamic and inventive team that influences the design, quality, and value of Target-owned brands. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop products that exceed guest expectations and drive business growth.

Responsibilities

  • Support the product development team by understanding business initiatives, product technical requirements, and performance expectations to ensure consistency of product.
  • Partner with Insights Teams to understand guest needs and support product development to meet those needs.
  • Represent Product Development as part of a Cross Functional Team (including Merchants, Technical AOEs, and Sourcing) focused on developing owned brand products to appropriate levels of trend, quality, and cost.
  • Diligent approach to workload, maintaining good, timely communication with vendors, team members, and CFTs.
  • Provide timely sample evaluations and ensure approvals of all products are meeting Target's standards.
  • Provide and maintain effective product technical specifications.
  • Understand competitors and benchmarks to be current on trend, quality, and cost standards.
  • Develop a working knowledge of product manufacturing and vendor capability.
  • Initiate and support Technical Functional Reviews with Food Safety & Quality, Sourcing, Product Development, Structural Packaging.
  • Support the timely resolution of all issues pertaining to the development and manufacturing of products.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A B.S. in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
  • 1-4 years' relevant experience in food product development.
  • Fundamental knowledge and understanding of food product development and formulation, basic ingredient functionality and cost, and food manufacturing.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills.
  • Effective problem-solving, creative thinking, and strategic thinking skills.
  • Effective project management skills.
  • The ability to successfully work in a team environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint skills.

What We Offer

Target offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 401(k), employee discount, short-term disability, long-term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Our company culture prioritizes teamwork, innovation, and professional growth.

Salary Information

The estimated salary for this role is $62,350 - $94,600 per year, based on industry standards and location. Note that salaries may vary depending on individual circumstances.

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