Assistant Product Development Manager (Lüleburgaz)

About the job

Danone Türkiye is looking for talented colleagues for the "Assistant Product Development Manager" located in Lüleburgaz for Dairy & Plant Based category. Come and join our energetic and inspiring team that makes Danone's great mission become reality!

As Assistant Product Development Manager you will be responsible for contributing the innovation process within the company. You will work in a cross functional team to align all key internal and external stakeholders on the best way to make an inno-idea become reality.

About you

To be able to successful in the role, you need to have

Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering degree required . Master degree/Phd is prefered
Minimum 1 years of experience in a FMCG - R&D Department
Person must know basics macro nutrients, food processing etc.
A profile with high business drive and sense of ownership for the business
Being able to understand the food related topics, namely ingredients, process and quality
Good data analysis & number crunching skills
Achieves results affectively, is proactive, communicates with easily, is able to take measured risk and to innovate, has passion for excellence, displays resilience, determination and flexibility
A clear strategic mindset that turns consumer understanding and market research findings into short or long-term strategy and actions
Excellent command of English.

The Following Requirements

• Develop Innovative Products: Create affordable, profitable, healthy, safe, and delicious products that are highly preferred by consumers and achieve leading market share.
• Collaborate with Brand Teams: Work closely with marketing teams to understand brand strategies and needs, propose relevant research solutions, and co-lead product development projects.
• Ensure Financial & Quality Targets: Select the right ingredients at the right price, ensuring targeted quality and safety standards through regular supplier meetings.
• Apply Best Practices: Review group specifications, implement best practices, and continuously research for improvement.
• Regulatory Compliance: Develop products aligned with local regulations and global recommendations.
• Industrial Trials & Problem Solving: Conduct industrial trials and address technical barriers with effective solutions.
• Cost Optimization: Co-lead cost-saving initiatives, monitor material deliveries, and identify partners for innovation and cost efficiency.
• Project Management: Follow project timelines, maintain realistic schedules, and prioritize effectively.
• Product Renovation: Improve existing products or reduce costs while maintaining quality standards.
• Supplier Partnership: Share know-how, identify barriers and solutions, and explore innovation opportunities with suppliers.
• Global Networking: Build a strong network within the international Danone Dairy & Plant-Based community to foster collaboration, exchange ideas, and share best practices.

About us

Being a Danoner means that you create your own working experience.

• Danone offers various types of leave days to support Danoners’ work-life balance and well-being. We have a wide variety of leave types, such as in your first year 5 days of "Im New in Danone Leave"; 1 day of "My Future is Good Leave" for our social responsibility activities. These options cater to different aspects of employees' lives and needs, reflecting the company's commitment to not only professional growth but also personal and social responsibilities.

We are proud to promote diversity and equal opportunity within our teams. We believe that our differences will make a difference, and that an inclusive work environment will drive our growth as a company, as a team, and as individuals. We will therefore consider all implementations* by fostering an inclusive work culture where everyone can feel at home.

All nominations will be considered regardless of origin, background, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, disability.

Working with us is about being able to do things your way. The way you work, the way you develop, the way you progress, it’s all up to you.

Working here, you’ll need to enjoy a fast-paced environment, a little complexity and challenging tasks but it is packed with opportunities. You will work for some of the best-known brands in the world, such as Activia, Danone, Danino, Danette, Aptamil, Bebelac, Hayat, and Sırma, and we absolutely guarantee that you can just be yourself.

Be innovative and entrepreneurial and the impact you could make might just amaze you. Join our movement for a healthier world. One Planet One Health BY YOU.

At Danone Türkiye, we do not aim to be the best company in the world, but better for the world.
That’s why, inspired by our B Corp journey, we continuously challenge ourselves to improve and measure our social and environmental impact.
Through this journey, we strive to create long-term value for our employees, partners, communities, and future generations.

What we offer

This is a visible position within the company, we offer opportunities where you can grow your expertise and have an end-to-end responsibility to drive "change" & "growth”. You will have a chance to experience 360 ways of working with multiple stakeholders. We develop talents and growth potential to enable strong career development for our employees.

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