In combining Carlsberg’s and Britvic’s legacy businesses in the UK to form Carlsberg Britvic, we are creating an integrated beverage powerhouse in the market. Stronger together, we have a unique opportunity to get ahead and stay ahead of the competition while building a truly iconic business proposition. We offer customers an enhanced portfolio as the leading supplier combining beer and soft drinks, supported by a world-class sales force capable of unlocking growth opportunities across multiple channels and occasions. We are leveraging the strength of our integrated supply chain to make great-tasting brands available everywhere. Additionally, we are building brand equity while delighting consumers through outstanding marketing and innovation platforms. To fuel this opportunity, we are combining our talent, capabilities, and know-how across our integrated organization.
Job Overview
As a Product Development Manager working in our GB Innovation Product Development team, you will be responsible for innovating against our Britvic Brands and for flawless delivery of new and exciting liquids from concept creations to implementation at factories. You will lead the liquid development of new soft drink products from concept to commercialization, influence the product innovation pipeline using trends & external partnerships, and project manage technical workstreams where multi-disciplinary teams are involved. Our passion is for developing superior products that consumers drink and love, best in class packaging and impeccable delivery of projects, while fostering a culture of growth where everyone can be their best and own self.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the liquid development of new soft drink products from concept to commercialization
* Influence the product innovation pipeline using trends & external partnerships
* Project manage technical workstreams where multi-disciplinary teams are involved, ensuring all project work is compliant with Britvic's technical processes and legal requirements
* Provide technical liquid expertise and coaching to support product development technologists, factories and supply chain teams
* Build effective collaborative partnerships with Marketing, Supply Chain and Suppliers to enable project delivery
* Use strong technical knowledge, leadership and influence to enable cross-functional teams meet objectives
* Provide direction & leadership to project teams across all levels of the business
* Create testing plans and reports, rolling out appropriate training to grow team knowledge
* Develop and maintain accurate liquid specifications and methodologies, ensuring validation, legality and IP protection
* Understand and actively manage the liquid solution's risk profile and associated risks
* Implement and contribute to the liquid development strategy
* Establish external relationships to maximize competitive advantage
* Maintain excellent knowledge of liquid development, novel ingredients, new technologies, trends, competitors and packaging
* Embrace a learning and development plan to further your skills and capabilities
Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required
* Experience working within FMCG technical departments leading technical project delivery is essential
* Technical liquid development and project leadership experience with proven results is essential
* Liquid knowledge of ingredients, formulations and sensory is essential
* Experience working with manufacturing on process scale up from Lab to final site is essential
* Proficient IT skills using Microsoft suite including MS Project are essential
* Strong interpersonal skills including relationship building, facilitation, written/verbal communication are essential
* Ability to interpret sensory and consumer research data to guide product design is desired
* Strong leadership skills are essential
* Previous management or coaching experience is desirable
Key Behaviours
* Rigorous, disciplined, accountable and driven
* Creates fresh and innovative approaches to overcome challenges
* Investigates opportunities that positively differentiate Britvic
* Passionate about formulating great products customers and consumers love
* Takes others along through a blend of passion and reason
* Embraces a culture of learning and professional development
* Constantly grows influential networks, influencing others with passion and reason
* Swiftly responds to ensure projects are delivered to plan
* Constantly seeks ways to optimize how we work to be more effective/efficient
Qualifications
* Honors or Degree in relevant science discipline (e.g. Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Chemistry etc.)
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