Product Development Manager (Pdm) I
Responsibilities Creating an emotional link between the products we make, and our customers is the work of our H-E-B Own Brand Team, who develops products to meet a variety of business objectives. As an integral part of the Center for Excellence for Retail Product Development, a successful Partner will understand, create, and carry out best practices for product design and evaluation, supplier engagement, technology advancement, and project execution. As a Product Development Manager (PDM) I, you'll serve in an initial-level product development manager role. You'll support product- and packaging-related initiatives, multiple categories, and numerous projects to help make H-E-B competitive and successful in the omnichannel business and delight our customers. Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resources People drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B the greatest omnichannel retailing company. Do you have a : HEART FOR PEOPLE... skills to collaborate and influence cross-functionally? HEAD FOR BUSINESS...ability to learn and apply product development processes the H-E-B way? PASSION FOR RESULTS... drive to begin managing product development in your own category?
We are looking for :
- 3+ years of experience in product development, or comparable experience in related work
What is the work?
Management / Project Management :Independently learns / participates in all product development and maintenance activities related to specific categories assigned with Manager & Product Development Manager (PDM) trainersManages key product and packaging initiatives and strategies to execute against realistic, deliverable timelines with cross-functional stakeholdersParticipates in / learns processes to understand market trends, product development practices, product evaluations, specification documentation, and ingredient and nutrition disciplines of assigned categories in conjunction with PDM trainer and ManagerContributes to category 5-year planningLearns / participates in decision-making on competitive analysis and evaluations, project planning, product development, analytical testing, manufacturing, and related maintenance with PDM trainer and ManagerIndividually manages product development for select categories; may work with / support PDMs on projectsWorks collaboratively with QA, Procurement, CIC, OBMs, Regulatory, Self-Manufacturing, Global Sourcing, Culinary / R&D Chefs, suppliers, etc.Ensures products are successfully developed to meet quality, attribute, and financial goals and objectivesCross-trains in Stores and Self-Manufacturing for professional development and knowledge buildingParticipates in / coordinates special projects as assignedPerforms Product Development Assistant (PDA) project duties; coordinates / manages logistics for product evaluations (sample preparation, sample procurement, documentation, set up, facilitation, cleanup)May leverage PDA support in special circumstances or highly complex product evaluationsWhat is your background?
A related degree or comparable formal training, certification, or work experience3+ years of experience in product development, or comparable experience in related workExperience in project managementDo you have what it takes to be a fit as an H-E-B PDM I?
Strong working knowledge of consumer trends, how to identify / define key product quality and sensory attributes, product development, and production and process managementStrong verbal / written communication and presentation skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong negotiating and influencing skillsProficiency in MS Office applicationsAbility to manage multiple priorities / deadlines, and shift focus between tasks; attention to detailAbility to communicate / navigate at all company levelsAbility to collaborate / solve problems cross-functionallyAbility to work through complex issues with senior colleaguesAbility to provide proactive solutions with limited direction and inputAbility to collaborate and influence others, activities for efficiencyInitiative; willingness to take calculated risks and collaborate with key partners for alignmentCreative aptitude; a passion to work with products (food and non-food)Can you...
Function in a fast-paced environmentTravel by car or plane with overnight staysWork extended hours; sit for extended periodsRegularly lift 20 lbs or more02-2023