Senior NPD - Current Products

iStaff (Pty) Ltd • Remote, Remote • Posted July 15, 2026

About the Role

Minimum Requirements Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or a related field Minimum 8 years' experience in New Product Development within the FMCG manufacturing industry Strong understanding of FMCG production processes and quality standards Knowledge of food safety systems such as HACCP, GMP, and ISO standards Experience with product trials, formulation, and factory implementation processes Excellent project management and organisational skills Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication abilities Computer literacy in MS Office (Excel) and product development systems Experience in food and beverage FMCG products (advantageous) Knowledge of retailer requirements and product compliance standards (advantageous) Experience working in high‑volume manufacturing environments (advantageous) Duties and Responsibilities Product Development & Optimisation (Current Products) Support continuous improvement initiatives and product optimisation projects across the current range Conduct prod...