New Product Development Manager

 New Product Development Manager for Monoluxury Sdn Bhd Malaysia

RTE Products; Salad Bags & Kits, Vegetables, Fruits, Sauces, Condiments

About the Role:

We are seeking a talented and innovative NPD Manager to join our dynamic team in Malaysia. In this role, you will be responsible for conceptualizing, developing, and launching new food products that excite and delight our customers (retailers, airlines, food chains). You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Marketing, Technical and Operations, to bring your product ideas to life. The company is already a Market Leader in supplying retailers with ready to eat Fresh Produce products across Malaysia and Singapore with ambitions to grow further in the SE Asia Region.

We are looking for very specific category experience, namely Prepared Fruit, Vegetables and Salads and ideally chilled sauces. Please do not apply unless your previous roles did cover at least one of those specific categories. Ideally you will have been working with the UK Food retailers in these categories.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Ideation: Generate innovative food product concepts that align with market trends, consumer preferences, and company objectives.

Product Development: Conduct thorough market research and consumer insights to identify opportunities for new product development.

Formulation Development: Develop and refine product formulations, including ingredient selection, recipe development, and process optimization.

Sensory Evaluation: Conduct sensory evaluations to assess product attributes such as taste, texture, and aroma.

Packaging Development: Collaborate with packaging designers to create visually appealing and functional packaging.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all product development activities comply with relevant food safety, labelling, and regulatory requirements.

Cost Analysis: Conduct cost analyses to optimize product profitability.

Product Launch: Oversee the successful launch of new products, including coordinating with marketing, sales, and operations teams.

Continuous Improvement: Monitor product performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Culinary Arts, or a related field. 3+ years of experience in related new product development within the food industry. Strong understanding of food science principles, including ingredient functionality, processing techniques, and shelf-life extension. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Creative thinking and innovation skills. Strong project management and organizational skills. Proficiency in food safety and quality assurance standards. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience with sensory evaluation techniques.

Salary and Benefits:

Re-location package including accommodation costs provided Visa arrangements provided Competitive salary and benefits package. Eligible for Annual Bonus based on Performance over a Calendar Year Car provided Company Hospitalisation Insurance Cover Provided Opportunities for professional growth and development. Collaborative and supportive work environment in an exciting region of Asia The chance to be part of a dynamic and innovative team.

Location

The role is based in Malaysia where the company has 4 highland farms along with 2 processing centres.  The retail and food service markets, served by the Company, are primarily Malaysia and Singapore.  Accommodation and car are provided with the role.

Related Websites;

https://monoluxury.com.my/

https://www.gentinggarden.com.my/

https://lushious.com.my/