Product Development Manager (TAG)

Nestl Usa Technical Applications Group Manager

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow. At Nestl USA, we're all working towards the same goal to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity and responsibility to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives. Joining Nestl means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Relocation assistance will be provided. This person must work in Arlington, VA, in a hybrid work model, requiring Tuesday-Thursday in office.

The Technical Applications Group Manager is the strategic partner to develop and execute the Innovation & Renovation business strategies for the market they support. They lead direct reports to deliver Innovation & Renovation and improvement projects, and transfer knowledge to factories, while ensuring compliance with Nestl Policies and standards, local regulatory and legislative requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implementation of I&R Strategy for the supported product categories in the market.
• Prioritize resources to meet project demands across all streams of work allocation and budget for staff.
• Develop, coach, and lead direct reports within the Application Group to enable delivery of the Technical & Production and market business strategies.
• Introduction of new products and processes within factories.
• Proactively engage and partner with R&D / PTC, factory, marketing, and corporate functions to ensure flawless execution of the project pipelines for I&R.
• Continuous improvement / optimization of current products and processes within factories according to local business needs and supply situation and / or implementation of initiatives.
• Managing projects related to technological rationalizations in line with factory priorities.
• Implementation of Global or Business Driven Initiatives, support suppliers or co-manufacturer development to ensure supply.
• Ensure adherence to all products, processes, materials standards. Responsible for the adherence of all the conditions specified by the product / process / material standards are strictly applied by operations.
• Develop expertise for product and process mastership within TAG.
• Develop and maintain the competencies required for product / process mastership to enable manufacturing excellence.
• Provide first line support to factories.
• Ensure knowledge transfer related to product / process mastership to eliminate the root cause of assistance requests.
• Act as local coaching and training resource for product / process mastership.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree (BA / BS) in Food Science, Chemistry, Packaging, or similar, required. Master's degree preferred. Minimum of 5-7 years of Consumer Packaged Goods food technology experience. Experience leading teams and / or direct reports. Working knowledge of the food industry with a broad understanding across manufacturing & technical. Cross functional / cross market experience highly preferred. Knowledge of introducing new products utilizing a stage gate process. Current understanding of market / competitive activity. Strong knowledge of ingredient and product design and food manufacturing processes. Strong understanding of business acumen. Strong communication skills : interpersonal, presentation, oral and written. Ability to coach & develop direct reports.

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestl. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestl seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl home. The Nestl Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator : 1-800-321-6467.