Product Development Manager in Atlanta

Job Description

Lead Innovation • Build Brands • Drive Growth

Join an established food manufacturer as they launch an exciting new retail brand! We're seeking a Product Development Manager to lead innovation from concept to market.

This isn't just another R&D role - you'd be building a brand from the ground up and competing directly with industry giants like Purdue, Tyson, and Pilgrim's.

About the Company:

• Largest employer in the region
• Top 5 producer of school lunch programs nationally
• Top 20 manufacturing company in the state
• You'd lead the nationwide product launch and transformation

What You'll Do:

• Develop and execute retail branding strategies for our new consumer brand
• Lead R&D initiatives in our culinary/laboratory setting
• Collaborate with sales and operations teams on market expansion
• Manage the commercialization process from bench to shelf
• Conduct customer presentations and drive product development

What We're Looking For:

• 3-5 years in poultry manufacturing (preferred) or food/general manufacturing
• R&D and laboratory experience
• QA knowledge and food safety understanding (HACCP, GMP, SQF)
• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related field (preferred)
• Understanding of the bench sample process
• Full knowledge of the commercialization process.
• Ability to organize and conduct customer presentations
• Maintaining a culinary/R&D lab.
• Knowledge of retail sales is a plus!

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Competitive salary: $70,000 - $80,000 + bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401k with 4% match
• HSA with $1,000 annual company contribution
• Strong company culture based on Trust, Growth, and Collaboration
• Growth opportunities into sales, customer service, or department head roles
• Family-like environment with engaged ownership

Location: On-site position with minimal travel (<12%)

This is a confidential search. Company details will be shared with qualified candidates.

Apply Now! Send your resume and availability to Tanya Allison at tanya.allison@gogpac.com for immediate consideration.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.