Hero Company Vacancies
Research and Development Developer At Hero
Location: Al Qalyubiyah, Egypt
About the Role
We are looking for a Product Developer to join our R&D team and support innovation within the Natural Spreads category. In this role, you will lead product development projects from concept to launch, working closely with marketing, supply chain, and quality teams to deliver tasty, nutritious, and high-quality products aligned with consumer and business needs.
You will play a key role in developing new products, improving existing ones, and ensuring successful industrialization and launch.
Key Responsibilities
Lead innovation and renovation projects for Natural Spreads products
Develop products from concept through industrialization and launch
Investigate the feasibility of new food concepts
Collaborate with marketing and stakeholders to define product briefs
Develop tasty, nutritious products aligned with brand and consumer needs
Ensure compliance with internal standards, sustainability targets, and regulatory requirements
Manage factory trials and product launches
Test and evaluate alternative raw materials for cost optimization and supply security
Contribute to product specifications and documentation
Present product concepts and results to key stakeholders
Identify new ingredients, technologies, and trends through industry events and supplier engagement
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Nutrition or any related degree
0-3 years of experience in product development within the food industry
Strong knowledge of raw materials, food processing, and product formulation
Understanding of nutrition and food regulatory standards
Strong project management and collaboration skills
Excellent command in English