Sandton: New Product Development Manager

The focus is on delivering commercially viable, compliant, and scalable products aligned to group ingredient standards, allergen controls, nutritional requirements, and relevant legislation. The position is hands-on and execution-driven, covering product builds, ingredient validation, portioning, yield and wastage calculations, shelf-life testing, and indicative BOM development. You will document and maintain all back-of-house procedures, ensure operational sign-off, and support successful market tests and launches. Working closely with Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, Training, and external suppliers, you will coordinate tastings, consumer research, and test-kitchen activities. The role also drives continuous improvement through product and packaging renovation, raw material optimisation, and cost-saving initiatives. Essential Requirements: A Food Science or Food Technology qualification is preferred 810 years experience in food product development within FMCG, Retail, or QSR environments, with a strong grounding in food science principles Experience in leading product development is essential Proven experience working across cross-functional teams. Supported by strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and sound judgement under pressure. “Looking for a role that aligns with your package expectations, job level, or industry expertise? Apply now via our career portal: