Remote Product Development Manager - The Brain Behind the Brand in Norfolk

Job Description

Remote Product Development Manager – The Brain Behind the Brand

Ready to Build a Brand That'll Shake Up the Industry?

Imagine having the chance to create something BIG — a brand-new retail food brand, backed by one of the top food manufacturers in the country. We're talking about going head-to-head with the likes of Tyson, Perdue, and Pilgrim's — and you’ll be leading the charge.

This isn’t just another R&D job. This is your opportunity to lead product innovation from scratch, build a brand from the ground up, and see your creations land on store shelves across the U.S.

 Why This Role Is a Game-Changer:

•  Lead a national product launch that will reshape the poultry retail space
•  Take charge of R&D in a state-of-the-art culinary & lab setting
•  Collaborate with sales and operations to fuel national expansion
•  Turn raw ideas into finished products — from bench to shelf
•  Present directly to customers and drive product direction
•  Leave your mark on every aspect of the brand’s identity and execution

 Who We Are:

We’re not just a food manufacturer — we’re an industry powerhouse:

•  Largest employer in the region
•  Top 5 producer of school lunch programs nationwide
•  Top 20 manufacturing company in the state
•  We're combining deep industry experience with fresh, disruptive retail energy

 Who You Are:

You’re creative, strategic, and ready to lead. You’ve got a passion for product development and an eye for what consumers want. You’re just waiting for the right opportunity to make your mark — and this is it.

Ideal Experience:

• 3-5 years in poultry or food manufacturing (bonus points for poultry!)
• Strong R&D and commercialization experience
• Familiarity with food safety systems: HACCP, GMP, SQF
• Bachelor’s degree in food science, Chemistry, or related field preferred
• Skilled in bench sampling and leading lab/culinary teams
• Experience giving killer customer presentations
• Bonus: Retail product experience = 100%

 What’s In It for You:

•  $70,000 – $80,000 base salary + performance-based bonus
•  Full suite of benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
•  401k with 4% company match
•  HSA with a $1,000 annual contribution from us
•  Serious career growth potential — R&D today, leadership tomorrow
•  Close-knit, family-first company culture
•  Minimal travel (<12%)

Confidential Search – Let’s Talk!

We’re keeping things quiet for now — but we’ll share company details with qualified candidates. If you’re ready to lead, innovate, and create something unforgettable, we want to hear from you.

Apply Now: Location : On-site | Permanent Position | $70,000 - $80,000 + Bonus Potential Send your resume and

availability to Linda.powell@gogpac.com for immediate consideration.

Keywords:

Product Development, R&D, Food Science, Culinary Innovation, Brand Building, Commercialization, HACCP, SQF, Poultry Manufacturing, Retail Strategy

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.