Spécialiste Innovation & Développement de produits

Job Type:

Regular

People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters.

At Agropur, each role directly contributes to key results. Execution is measured by impact and value created—not the number of actions.

‘An environment that lets you focus on what really matters:’

• Recognition of years of service for vacation calculation;

• Flexible group insurance plan including telemedicine services;

• Employee assistance program;

• Opportunities to invest in yourself (career development, etc.);

• Pension plan with company contributions;

• Salary range 005: $84,600$ à $105,800 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position.)

‘Your role in achieving results:’

The Innovation and Product Development Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating, and participating in product and process innovation, product development, and technical service activities. The incumbent will lead innovation, cost-reduction, portfolio optimization, and product development projects aimed at bringing innovative products to market at a competitive cost. They will also collaborate with customers to address inquiries and work closely with internal and external stakeholders. In addition, they will provide technical support to both the category and manufacturing site for cost optimization and process performance improvement initiatives, while maintaining or enhancing product functionality and integrity.

Product Development and Innovation

• Design, plan, supervise, and execute assigned process and/or product development projects in accordance with applicable processes and procedures, from ideation through commercialization.
• Conduct innovation and development activities aligned with the category strategy to create new food products or improve existing ones.
• Lead all stages of product and process development, including laboratory trials, pilot trials, industrial trials, and qualification activities at manufacturing sites.
• Develop and maintain product specifications and formulations, including product characteristics, costs, process parameters, analyses, and ingredients.
• Participate in product sensory evaluations using both internal and external panels.

Collaboration and Technical Support

• Work closely with R&D laboratory technologists.
• Serve as a technical expert for various departments, including Marketing, Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Engineering, and Procurement.
• Collaborate with external suppliers for the sourcing, evaluation, and qualification of goods and services in accordance with company best practices.
• Partner with B2B customers, including private label clients, industrial customers, and co-manufacturers.
• Identify and implement opportunities for cost reduction and process or product performance optimization.
• Liaise with manufacturing plants to resolve technical issues and customer complaints.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies and processes that support strategic innovation initiatives and participate in research projects as required.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations in collaboration with Regulatory Affairs.

‘What we are looking for to deliver these results:’

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science and Technology, Biotechnology Engineering, Microbiology, Nutrition Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Research & Development or Product Development within the food manufacturing industry.
• Experience in the dairy industry is considered an asset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both French and English. English is required to collaborate with colleagues and customers across other Canadian provinces.

A role for those who want to create real impact and contribute to measurable and sustainable results. 

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. 

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.