OUR STORY

Nestlé enjoys a reputation as one of the largest FMCG companies in the world and we are driven by our purpose - enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our inclusive and high-performance culture is a testament to the great training, development, rewards, and recognition we extend to every member of our 5,000 strong Oceania workforce.

At Nestlé our culture is one of support, encouragement, and innovation. Work with household name brands such as Nescafé, Milo, Felix, and Maggi. Play a pivotal role in the success of our business

Join a high performing workplace that embraces diversity and flexibility.

The team at Rhodes are looking for a Product and Packaging Development Manager to join the team. You will lead and coordinate projects and initiatives with the team to deliver business objectives. You’re your expertise you will remove roadblocks for project teams and escalate project challenges in a timely manner to avoid projects being derailed or delayed. This is a 12-month contract opportunity.

A DAY IN THE LIFE…

• Lead and develop a team of local category specialists (Product & Packaging Technologists & Development Chefs) to provide culinary & category technology expertise
• Introduce New (IN) innovation, Renovation & customisation of products
• Support ideation & Consumer Insight work
• Support business Sustainability projects for both ingredients, packaging, and transport to improve / reduce carbon footprint
• Support sensory panels, content, and concept development through innovation hub development chefs
• Provide expert support during Industrialisation and commercial start up
• Support implementation of Manufacturing Standards (NWSM)
• Implement Category Competencies into the factory / Co-Man
• Deliver process and cost optimisation projects
• Perform local recipe and material management activities for the category

Skills and Experiences:

• Technical education background, University degree or equivalent (e.g. Food Science, Process Engineering, Food Engineering, Packaging Engineering)
• Solid category experience in Operations and R&D
• A solid food industry experience (Production Manager or similar)
• I&R Experience, Product Development Specialist, Application Group Specialist in the category
• Project Management experience involving a range of projects of varying size and complexity
• Line management: proven capability of developing and leading people
• Proven track record in delivering results by working with cross-functional teams (with or without direct reports)

Benefits

You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.

In addition, we offer:

• Varied career experiences and personalised development support
• Wellbeing benefits including vaccinations and health insurance discounts
• Diversity & Inclusion initiatives and program
• Paid parental and partner leave
• Purchase Leave Scheme
• Volunteering leave, Sports leave, Emergency Services leave
• Discounted Nestlé products
• Free access to onsite gym

Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and have Permanent Residency.

We are Nestlé, the largest food and beverage company. We are 308,000 employees strong driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our values are rooted in respect: respect for ourselves, respect for others, respect for diversity and respect for our future. With more than CHF 91.4 billion sales in 2018, we have an expansive presence with 413 factories in more than 85 countries. We believe our people are our most important asset, so we'll offer you a dynamic inclusive international working environment with many opportunities across different businesses, functions and geographies, working with diverse teams and cultures. Want to learn more? Visit us at www.nestle.com.