Product Innovation & Development manager / Менеджер по разработке новых продуктов

Responsibilities

• Lead product innovation and development projects. Make sure all R&D deliverables are provided in time and in full
• Ensure seamless transition of projects from Innovation team to Implementation one
• Ensure required product prototypes are created and properly assessed (analytical, performance, stability, and other tests)
• Participate in market analysis and consumer research activities
• Represent R&D in co-manufacturing projects
• Lead and participate in Cost Chase (COGS improvement) activities to decrease real and potential losses for the business
• Develop and roll out training programs for other teams in R&D and neighboring departments
• Manage relevant master-data and product-related documentation (specs, recipes, etc.)
• Ensure proper knowledge management in area of responsibility – make sure all relevant information and data is being recorded, properly stored and kept up to date

Requirements

• Higher chemical/technical education
• Intermediate and higher English level
• 3-5 years of experience on a similar position preferably in large international FMCG companies
• Solid project management skills
• Proven track record of creating new and developing existing products in accordance with product briefs
• Familiar with Stage-Gate process
• Experience with Laundry and Home Care products will be a significant advantage
• Skilled in stakeholders’ management, conflict management, with high level customer focus, learning agility and standing alone capabilities

Salary & Benefits

• A unique opportunity to drive forward local market and an extensive work experience in constantly changing environment
• Compensation depends on experience and will be discussed individually (salary+yearly bonus)
• Mobile phone compensation
• Lunches
• Medical & life insurance after 3 months
• Hybrid work model
• Well-being program
• Sick leave is compensated by the company
• Extended paid vacation (31 calendar days per year)
• Opportunity to join a vibrant culture of trust and belonging

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