Director, Innovation Projects (Product Development)

Summary

The Director, Innovation Projects at La Colombe will be responsible for defining and driving the dispensed cold brew vision to build a best in industry product system. Specifically, this role will oversee the strategy, the design, the build and role-out of the company's cold brew dispensing equipment and product assortment. This leader will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product development, supply chain, marketing, and sales, to create a superior cold brew customer value proposition.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in design or engineering, some experience in product management, a passion for beverages, and a commitment to delivering exceptional, innovative customer experiences.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership :

• Develop and execute a comprehensive equipment and product strategy for the on-tap product category to drive growth and market differentiation
• Monitor industry trends, consumer preferences, and competitive landscapes to identify opportunities for product innovation
• Set clear objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs) for on-tap offerings, ensuring alignment with company goals

Product Development & Quality Assurance :

Operational Excellence :

Marketing & Sales Support :

Leadership & Team Development :

Requirements

Education

Experience

Skills :

About Us

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short : making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 byHamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers - Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at cafes nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail. In 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering consumers nutritious, delicious and convenient ready-to-make meals.

Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world - putting humanity first in everything it does. The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond. Chobani manufactures its products inNew York,Idaho,MichiganandAustralia, and its products are available throughoutNorth Americaand distributed inAustraliaand other select markets.

For more information, please visit www.chobani.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and / or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Chobani provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. To help save for the future, all employees are eligible for a 401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay. To support growing families, we provide fertility and childcare assistance, and 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment. In addition, we provide wellness resources which include an employee assistance program, fitness discounts, a wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access (certain locations) and a monthly wellness newsletter to connect you with resources and timely information. We offer various types of paid time of including : 120 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, paid volunteer time off and military service leave.

Compensation Range : $144,000.00-$216,000.00, plus bonus.