Technical Manager - Pet Food
Job Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree graduate in Animal Science, Doctor of Veterinary
Medicine, or closely related course is required.
Certifications in Pet Food Safety and regulatory requirements for pet food
products
At least 10 years of experience in Product Research ; Development work
for pet food products in a managerial capacity encompassing both raw
materials and packaging materials.
Intensive understanding of pet food product costing and its critical elements.
Has the capability to scrutinize cost sheets that would result to cost
improvement.
Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting.
Experience in pilot plant-testing, scale-up, shelf-life studies, and product
troubleshooting
In-depth knowledge in local product registrations, regulatory, legal and
compliance requirement related to pet food products (e.g., Bureau of Animal
Industry / FDA equivalents) and distribution.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, from concept to
launch, including managing budgets and timelines
Excellent interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaborations with
Marketing, Sales, Operations, Supply Chain and Finance.
Ability to analyze pet food market trends, characterize pet food competitor
products, and understand market feedback to drive innovations. Has the
capability to utilize market trends and market feedback to develop pet food
products with compelling product differentiation that does not compromise
Pet Care, Animal Nutrition.
Excellent Technical, Analytical, Problem-solving and Decision-making Skills
Has capability to tap pet food suppliers of raw materials and ingredients and
optimize the technical advancement they internally have to fast track pet food
product development work. Systematize annual Innovation Day with selected
pet food suppliers.
High proficiency in computer applications including MS Office (Word, Excel,
PowerPoint) and specialized recipe (BOM) management software
Proficiency in English, both verbal or written, is required
Good Leadership and above average People Handling Skills
Personal Attributes (creative; results-oriented mindset focused on
developing new products and improving existing ones; assertive; proactive;
and open-minded
Work Environment (office, production floor and laboratory)
Conversant with the following product categories
- Snacks
- Biscuits and Cookies
- Beverage (powdered and liquid)
- Package Cakes
- Confectionery
- Dairy products
