Product Development Assistant Manager

Is this your next challenge in product development?

• Ready-to-Eat (RTE) category
• Understand customers’ needs and formulate category range, space, buying, and pricing strategies for assigned ready-to-eat fresh food categories to maximize customer satisfaction and category performance.
• Ensure efficient and profitable management of the product development process, including supplier liaison, price negotiation, packaging innovation, cost management, marketing support, and the establishment of operational and merchandising guidelines.
• Leverage market data, analysis, and category insights to identify business opportunities and drive sustainable growth within assigned categories.
• Develop strategic partnerships with suppliers and apply effective negotiation strategies to optimize commercial terms.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support the execution of category plans and initiatives.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and assignments as required.

Do you have experience in product development?

• University degree in Business, Purchasing, Food Science, or a related discipline.
• 5 years of experience in retail, the food industry, or catering services, with solid exposure to product development and category management principles and techniques.
• Good understanding of the local retail market with experience in trade and business negotiations.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and commercial skills.
• Creative and detail-oriented, with excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently.
• Self-motivated, able to work under pressure, and capable of meeting tight deadlines.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English and Chinese.
• A strong team player with proven project planning, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
• Knowledge of food safety, quality, and hygiene management systems (e.g. HACCP, ISO 22000) is an advantage.