Musgrave is one of Europe’s most successful family-owned businesses with a 140-year heritage in food and brand innovation, supporting communities across Ireland and Spain.
Every day, we feed one in three people in Ireland through 18 market-leading food and beverage brands, including SuperValu, Centra, Frank & Honest, and Musgrave Market Place.
We support thousands of retail and foodservice family businesses that are at the heart of their communities. We are committed to becoming Ireland's most trusted and sustainable business, making positive changes across our company to achieve this goal. We aim to make a positive impact on the world, supporting our suppliers and customers in doing so.
We are inviting applications for the position of Own Brand Product Development Manager. The successful candidate will join a vibrant Own Brand Team responsible for developing and marketing leading retail Own Brand products, both food and non-food, including brands like SuperValu, Centra, and Musgrave Excellence.
The role involves managing a team of product developers and technologists, working closely with the Head of Own Brand, Trading Managers, Category Managers, and cross-functionally with quality and sourcing teams.
Responsibilities include:
* Managing the development process of own brand products across retail and wholesale brands.
* Leading and developing a team of product developers and technologists to deliver the business strategy.
* Developing the annual product development plan in collaboration with development and trading teams, including reporting and progress updates.
* Supporting sourcing, development, and launch plans aligned with stage gate development process and category strategies, ensuring products are commercially viable.
* Launching products that meet benchmarks and support brand rejuvenation and category strategies.
* Ensuring all products comply with relevant legislation and Musgrave policies, with complete product and packaging specifications for launch.
* Maintaining OB policies supporting product and packaging development, reviewing and updating annually.
* Supporting innovation, idea generation, and pipeline development to meet business ambitions.
* Leading packaging and sustainability initiatives within Own Brand, collaborating with the Food Leadership team, Head of Sustainability, and industry experts.
* Developing and embedding ways of working within OB to enhance business processes, working closely with the Ambient Development Manager.
* Collaborating with the own brand design and operations teams to ensure optimal execution from a shopper perspective.
* Leading health initiatives within Own Brand, working cross-functionally and with industry experts.
Ideal candidate:
* Minimum 3+ years experience in development or technical roles.
* Passion for food with a deep interest in food trends.
* Knowledge of the Irish/UK grocery market.
* Familiarity with relevant food and packaging legislation.
* Strong project and time management skills.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Focus on continuous improvement, process development, and innovative ways of working.
* Experience in people management is preferred.
* Third-level degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Food Business, or a related field.
This is a 12-month contract.
Musgrave is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from diverse candidates. Please inform us of any accommodations needed during the interview process.
Musgrave operates a Work Smart hybrid working model, allowing flexible work arrangements between in-office and remote work. Occasional travel to other locations may be required.
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