Product Manager - Food & Beverage Industry

We are looking for a Product Manager who will play a crucial role in driving the development and management of our diverse chocolate product line. This position offers an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about craft chocolate, product innovation, and consumer-centric product development. The ideal candidate will combine a love for chocolate with strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.

Responsibilities:

- Product Strategy: Develop and implement product strategies aligned with Manam's mission of exploring cacao's endless possibilities and bringing a new era to Indian Craft Chocolate.

- Product Development: Lead the creation of new chocolate experiences, working closely with chocolatiers, farmers, and fermenters to innovate across our range of over 250 products.

- Market Research: Conduct thorough market research to identify trends, consumer preferences, and opportunities in the craft chocolate market, both in India and globally.

- Consumer Insights: Analyze consumer feedback and market data to inform product improvements and new product ideas.

- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with various teams including R&D, production, marketing, and sales to ensure successful product launches and ongoing product management.

- Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire lifecycle of products from concept to launch and beyond, including pricing strategies and discontinuation decisions.

- Quality Assurance: Collaborate with the production team to maintain the high-quality standards of our products, ensuring they meet our promises.

- Sustainability Initiatives: Contribute to our sustainability efforts, focusing on ethical sourcing of cacao and environmentally friendly practices in product development.

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field. MBA is a plus.

- 3-5 years of experience in product management, preferably in the food or luxury goods industry.

- Strong understanding of the chocolate making process and the global chocolate market.

- Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple products simultaneously.

- Strong analytical skills to interpret market data and consumer insights.

- Creative mindset with a passion for innovation in food products.

- Excellent communication and presentation skills.

- Proficiency in product management tools and Microsoft Office suite.

- Experience with sustainable and ethical product development is a plus.

- Ability to travel occasionally to cacao farms and chocolate industry events.