R&D Food Manager

• Attend trade fairs to stay up-to-date on new trends and innovations and find suppliers to ensure a constant supply of the best quality/market trends products;
• Lead the development of a high-quality product offering (food & lifestyle) and manage its implementation from concept to launch, collaborating with the merchandising department to analyze sales across all channels;
• Lead the production cycle to ensure new products are developed and maintained at commercially sustainable margins;
• Manage suppliers by providing them with seasonal forecasts and negotiating better prices, preferential terms, and fast delivery times;
• Develop and offer new products and ranges, where appropriate, to support the growth of the commercial offering, ensuring compliance with the required criteria in terms of innovation, process, and quality;
• Ensure product performance monitoring and development of an effective new product development strategy;
• Manage product samples for photoshoots, ensuring that products are fresh, impeccably presented, in the correct format, and available on time;
• Provide product advice and training to direct sales and hospitality staff.

Essentials/Must have

• Experience gained in the role and management of product development projects, preferably in the food sector.
• In-depth knowledge of the processes and workflows required to launch new products to market.
• Fluent knowledge of English, both written and spoken.

Preferential/Nice to have

• Attention to detail, cost, design, and good knowledge of materials and food packaging.
• Use of ERP systems.
• Passion for the premium food sector.

Corporate welfare.

Permanent contract with a gross salary ranging between €47,000 and €55,000

Our client is a leading hospitality company, characterized by a dynamic environment focused on quality, professional development, and innovation.

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