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Senior Candidate Sourcing Specialist at Quorum Search Partners
* Job Title: New Product Development Manager
* Location: North Dublin
* Reports to: Managing Director
* It is on-site for the first 6 months; probation hybrid working will be reviewed once probation is completed.
Are you an innovative and experienced NPD professional with a passion for creating cutting-edge food products? Our client is seeking a dynamic NPD Manager to lead their efforts in developing and commercializing exciting food offerings that will shape the future of their business and the industry.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead Innovation: Lead the development of new food products that align with emerging trends in the Irish market.
* Develop High-Quality Products: Drive the creation of food concepts that blend culinary creativity with commercial viability, ensuring scalability and market success.
* Customer-Focused Project Management: Oversee customer-driven projects, managing timelines and quality to ensure products meet specifications and exceed customer satisfaction.
* Sensory and Benchmarking Excellence: Conduct detailed sensory analysis and product benchmarking to refine and improve the taste, texture, and visual appeal of new products.
* End-to-End Management: Oversee the entire product development cycle from concept to commercialization, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in line with company objectives.
Experience & Qualifications Required:
* Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field (Master’s degree or further qualifications in food innovation/product development is a plus).
* At least 5 years of experience in new product development within the food manufacturing industry, specifically in prepared meals or food service.
* Proven track record in product development, including recipe formulation, ingredient sourcing, and sensory analysis.
* Strong understanding of Irish food safety regulations (HACCP, FSAI) and food industry standards.
* Full valid driving licence & access to a car as the site is not accessible by public transport.
Interested? We’d love to hear from you. Please click “apply now” to submit your CV to Lilyanna McCaul for immediate review!
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Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Quality Assurance, Research, and Science
Industries
* Food and Beverage Services
* Food and Beverage Manufacturing
* Food and Beverage Retail
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