Innovative Product Development Leader - CPG

Join Our Team:

At Urban Farmer, we're pioneers in the food sector looking for a dynamic Project Leader to spearhead our innovative product solutions. Imagine guiding revolutionary concepts through the intricate dance of product lifecycle stages, from initial spark to shelf-ready brilliance. You’ll align closely with Sales, Manufacturing, QA/Safety, Procurement, and external allies to craft products that not only prosper in the market but redefine it. Your leadership will energize teams, streamline resources, and ensure every project's success within the parameters of time, budget, and exceptional quality.

Core Responsibilities:

• Masterminding Project Journeys: Orchestrate product creations from conception to launch using advanced stage-gate methodologies.
• Blueprint Crafting: Shape project blueprints, schedules, and milestone maps, ensuring on-time accomplishments and efficient resource allocation.
• Product Evolution Oversee: Refine and steer scale-up processes collaborating with manufacturing artisans, ensuring maximal efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and product integrity.
• Bringing Concepts to Life: Work hand-in-hand with QA and regulatory experts to meet and exceed industry standards.
• Strategic Resource Alignment: Foster cross-functional harmony and boost project zeal through motivational teamwork practices.
• Guardianship of Compliance: Oversee regulatory relationships ensuring adherence to FDA, USDA, and international standards.
• Gateway to Impact: Begin each day knowing your strategic insights have navigated a seamless transition from innovative concept to commercialized reality.
• Strategic Risk Artisan: Proactively identify hurdles and develop dynamic risk aversion strategies to ensure project excellence.

Why Choose You:

• Expert knowledge in food science methodologies and product scaling techniques.
• Steadfast in managing simultaneous projects, thriving under deadlines.
• Keen problem-solving prowess amidst fast-paced challenges.
• Effective communicator with a knack for nurturing cross-departmental partnerships.
• Skilled in utilizing Project Management technology and analysis tools.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Engineering, or a related discipline; Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a bonus.
• A seasoned track record in product evolution within the food sector.
• Acumen in regulatory protocols, assurance norms, and production processes.

Passionate about product innovation and sustainable solutions? Apply now and lead our team to culinary distinction!