Roles > PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
 Each Product Development Role is accompanied by a brief job description. Click on the role title to see a list of competencies - qualifications, experience and skills - required for the job.
EXECUTIVE:
Product Development Director As part of the executive team formulates technology, development and quality programmes, policies and procedures to maintain the organisations competitive position and profitability of its operations. Directs the research and development leading to new or improved products and processes and provides technical assistance.
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SENIOR MANAGEMENT (up to 15 years experience):
Research & Development Manager Formulates and implements research and development programs, policies and procedures.
Packaging Manager Develops and promotes opportunities in the broad area of packaging which will support brand strategies and marketing plans, enhance brand presence and positioning, and lead to cost and quality improvements.
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MIDDLE MANAGEMENT (from 3 to 7 years experience):
Research & Development Manager Formulates and implements research and development programs, policies and procedures.
Packaging Manager Develops and promotes opportunities in the broad area of packaging which will support brand strategies and marketing plans, enhance brand presence and positioning, and lead to cost and quality improvements.
Quality Assurance Manager Determines and ensures the implementation of quality standards and formulation specifications of manufactured products.
Product Development Manager Manages new product development and the maintenance and improvement of existing products within the brand.
Process Development Manager Manages new product development, maintenance and the improvement of existing products within the brand.
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JUNIOR / ENTRY LEVEL (from 0 to 3 years experience):
Packaging Technologist Works with the packaging team to develop and implement new packaging types and packaging changes from concept to market.
Research & Development Officer Assists in conducting research studies and supervises the investigation of problems.
Quality Assurance Officer Ensures manufactured products conform to established specifications of quality.
Food Technologist Manages new product development, maintenance and the improvement of existing products within the brand.
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