Job Summary
A leading FMCG food manufacturing company is looking for an experienced Product Developer with strong experience in food product development, flavour innovation, project management, and food manufacturing to join their team in Cape Town. The company supplies a diverse range of food and spice products to international markets and is known for its innovation-driven environment, quality standards, and fast-paced operations. This role offers exposure to global product trends, cross-functional collaboration, and the opportunity to develop commercially viable products for international customers.
Responsibilities:
▪ Research global culinary trends, ingredients, and food technologies
▪ Develop innovative, commercially viable food products aligned with customer requirements
▪ Manage new product development projects from concept through to launch
▪ Collaborate with Operations, Quality Assurance, Procurement, Sales, and customers
▪ Ensure products comply with country-specific food regulations and certifications
▪ Source and evaluate sustainable raw materials and ingredients
▪ Work with suppliers on packaging development and improvement initiatives
▪ Provide technical support and problem-solving assistance to internal teams
▪ Drive packaging innovation and supplier trials while maintaining quality and cost efficiency
▪ Ensure projects are delivered within agreed timelines and commercial objectives
Requirements:
▪ Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Consumer Science, or a related qualification
▪ 2–4 years’ experience in product development or technical food manufacturing roles
▪ Candidates without a relevant degree should have 5–10 years’ relevant industry experience
▪ Strong project management and commercialisation experience
▪ Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
▪ Strong understanding of food manufacturing processes and product development
▪ Passion for food, flavour innovation, and global cuisine trends
▪ Excellent communication and collaboration skills
▪ Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
▪ Strong attention to detail with a commercially minded approach
Benefits:
- Salary: negotiable.
Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
Apply for this role today, contact Abigail King at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.
You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: manufacturing@hireresolve.za.com
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
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