Primo Foods is Australia's most recognised and trusted smallgoods brand, proudly part of JBS Australia, the country's largest and most respected meat and food producer.
From our beginnings in a small butcher shop in ****, we've grown into the market leader in high-quality smallgoods.At Primo, our people are the key to our success.
Their passion, skill and care go into every product we make, combining traditional methods with modern techniques to deliver food that's simply made better to taste better.Join a team that takes pride in what we do and is driven to keep raising the bar; there's good, there's great, and then there's Primo.About the RoleAs our R&D; Product Category Lead, you will own the delivery of the innovation, renovation and value creation agenda for Primo's Snacking & New Innovation category.
Leading a team of three R&D; professionals and sitting on the R&D; Leadership Team, you will bring strategy to life through the successful delivery of NPD, EPD, private label, export and foodservice initiatives.This newly created role has been established to strengthen project execution, build team capability and accelerate innovation delivery across one of Primo's most strategically important growth categories.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn and deliver the category innovation, renovation and value creation roadmap aligned to business strategy and customer prioritiesLead, coach and develop a team of three R&D; professionals, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvementDrive the successful execution of complex NPD, EPD, private label, export, QSR/foodservice and technology platform projectsManage the category project portfolio, ensuring effective prioritisation, resource allocation and delivery against timelinesTranslate consumer, customer, market and technical insights into commercially viable product opportunitiesPartner with Marketing, Sales, Operations, Quality, Procurement and Supply Chain to align priorities and deliver business outcomesProvide hands-on technical leadership across formulation, trials,



scale-up and commercialisation activitiesDrive cost optimisation, ingredient innovation and process improvement initiatives that create measurable valueEnsure robust food safety, quality, regulatory and stage-gate governance throughout the product development lifecycleIdentify opportunities to improve R&D; processes, capability, efficiency and ways of working across the functionRepresent category priorities, risks and opportunities within leadership and cross-functional forumsAbout YouDegree qualified in Food Science, Food Technology or a related food disciplineMinimum 8 years' experience within R&D;, product development &food; manufacturingProven experience leading, coaching or mentoring technical teams and developing capability in othersDemonstrated success driving & delivering complex product development and commercialisation projects from concept through to launchStrong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build alignment across multiple functionsA curious, solution-focused and commercially minded leader who thrives in ambiguity and enjoys challenging the status quoExposure to meat processing, meal solutions, snacking or related FMCG categories will be highly regarded.Why Join Primo?
At Primo, we're committed to creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued and connected.
You'll also enjoy:Discounts on health insurance and a range of leading retail partnersExclusive savings at our onsite butcher and deli shopFree onsite parking for an easy commutePaid parental leaveAccess to novated leasing options to help you save on the cost of owning and running a vehicleDiscounts on car rentals worldwide for personal travelDiscounted travel benefits through our global employee partner networkLong term career growth and development opportunities within a leading FMCG businessThe prospect to work with one of Australia's most recognised food brandsA collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement, innovation and excellenceThe chance to help shape the future of product innovation within a business that is committed to driving meaningful change
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📌 R&D Product Category Lead (Sydney)
🏢 Chullora
📍 Sydney