Product Development Officer (Quality Control/Quality Analysis/R&D) at Sheer Logic
Confidential
Nairobi, Kenya
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 4 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: Product Development Officer
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated professional to join our client's team in a Product Development Officer position. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the consumer goods industry with a focus on product development and research.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct consumer research (qualitative and quantitative) and analyze results to identify consumer needs
- Understand product structure and propose and implement product improvements to meet consumer needs
- Understand the machinery used to manufacture products and consult with engineers on equipment modifications to produce desired products
- Understand materials used and select and develop appropriate materials in conjunction with suppliers
- Design and select materials for packaging and cartons
- Understand package printing technology and make appropriate improvement requests to packaging companies in case of printing problems
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or relevant field from a recognized institution
- Minimum of five years of experience in Quality Control or R&D in an FMCG environment
- Ability to generate new product ideas and improve existing ones
- Strong collaborative skills across R&D, quality assurance, marketing, manufacturing, and supply chain teams
- Ability to approach product or process issues analytically and creatively