Head of Product Development - Savoury Biscuit
Core
Lead the savoury biscuits product development strategy, innovation funnel, and technical delivery for a global confectionery business.
Role type
Head of Product Development (Savoury Biscuits)
Builds
New savoury biscuit products, flavors, and concepts for global brands (Godiva, McVitie's, Ulker)
Domain
Food manufacturing / Baked goods / Savoury snacks
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Product development strategy, NPD process management, cross-functional partnership, supplier management, cost reduction, business continuity planning, team leadership, technical expertise in baked goods
Preferred skills
Chocolate and secondary processes experience, Six Sigma/Lean Sigma accreditation, prior leadership in food manufacturing
Technologies
New machinery, new processes, new ingredients
Responsibilities
Define product development strategy and deliver a three-year growth plan; lead a team of 5-8 R&D professionals; oversee the test bakery facility and site health & safety; act as technical expert for innovation projects and supply chain challenges; build future pipeline by identifying new ingredients and processes; ensure new product launches meet robust quality standards; manage escalations and compliance; drive cost-saving programs; support business continuity and line transfer projects.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities