R&D Specialist - Product Development

- Generate ideas and conceptualise new products or product enhancements based on market research, consumer insights, and emerging trends - Develop prototypes to test product functionality and performance - Gather feedback and conduct feasibility assessments to refine and improve product designs - Develop ideas and solutions for new packaging or packaging enhancements, considering factors such as branding, shelf presence, usability, and environmental impact - Engineer packaging specifications, materials selection, and structural designs o Ensure that packaging meets product protection, transportation, and regulatory requirements - Manage R&D projects, including defining timelines, budgets, and resource allocations - Coordinate activities across different functions to ensure successful commercialisation of new product launches - Coordinate internally (Product Development and QM & Regulatory Affairs) to align ingredient sourcing with product development needs and production schedules o Ensure alignment with overall product and brand strategy - Prepare relevant reports for Management review - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align product concepts with organisational goals - Collaborate with Product Branding & Marketing, Market Research & Strategy, and the Innovation Hub to refine packaging concepts, features, and specifications - Address ad-hoc tasks given by direct manager as needed to ensure seamless operation - Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply !