Who we are

With more than 13,000 stores in the U.S. and 84,000 stores globally, it is no wonder 7-Eleven, Inc. has been named an iconic brand. In addition to 7-Eleven stores, 7-Eleven, Inc. also operates and franchises Speedway, Stripes, Laredo Taco Company and Raise the Roost locations.

Since inventing the convenience industry in 1927, 7-Eleven has built a rich 96-year history filled with beloved products like Slurpee, Big Gulp and Big Bite, and fan-favorite holidays like Slurpee Day and Bring Your Own Cup Day.

Now, 7-Eleven is on a mission to contemporize the brand and redefine convenience - and we need your help

About This Opportunity

We have an amazing opportunity for aSenior Product Development Managerwith a blend oftechnical expertiseandbusiness acumento lead the development of new products, platforms, and packaging for theFresh Foods.In this role, you will drive innovation through both technical knowledge inproduct formulation,and a strong understanding ofbusiness strategyto grow 7-Eleven's Private Brands. You will leverage consumer insights, market trends, and category performance to prioritize opportunities for growth and execute product launches that align with our strategic objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Innovation and Product Development: Translate the Private Brand vision into a pipeline of new products andcontinuous improvement initiatives, balancing both thetechnical feasibilityof product formulations andbusiness objectivesfor category growth.
Technical Expertise:Lead the product development process, including ingredient sourcing, formulation optimization, and packaging solutions. Ensure products meet quality standards, regulatory requirements, and consumer expectations in the Fresh Foods.
Business Strategy and Execution: Useconsumer insights, market data, andbusiness metricsto identify opportunities and drive product innovation that meets business goals. Present clear, data-driven product strategies to senior management to gain buy-in.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely withCategory Managersto align private brand innovation with overall category goals. Collaborate withR&D, packaging, and supply chain teamsto ensure products are technically viable and commercially successful.
Team Leadership and Mentorship: Coach, mentor, and develop a team of up to two individuals, guiding them through both the technical aspects of product development and the strategic objectives of the business unit.
Technical Problem Solving:Tackle challenges related to product formulation, ingredient stability, shelf-life,and production scalability. Ensure the technical integrity of all products, from concept to shelf.
Packaging Innovation: Develop sustainable, cost-effectivepackaging solutionsthat align with consumer preferences and sustainability trends while ensuring technical performance during shipping and shelf life.
Performance Tracking: Create and analyze product performance metrics, both technical (e.g., shelf stability, ingredient performance) and business-focused (e.g., sales, GP%), to inform future product development strategies.
Consumer Research and Product Testing: Partner withuser experience and consumer research teamsto drive insights into customer segments and preferences. Usetechnical knowledgeto inform product innovations that align with consumer trends in health-conscious snacking.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Bachelor's Degree inFood Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field (required).
MBA or Master's Degreein a business-related field preferred.

Other skills that will make you successful in this role:

Minimum of7+ years in product developmentfor retail orCPG companies, with a strong focus on bothproduct developmentandbusiness strategy.
Expertise infood science, product formulation, ingredient functionality, andshelf-life stability.
Proficiency indata analysis tools (Excel, SQL)to analyze product performance and market trends.
Ability to leverageconsumer insights, market trends, and competitive analysisto drive strategic product innovation.
Experience withfinancial metrics(sales, GP%) andbusiness modelingto align technical product development with overall business goals.
Excellent ability to communicatecomplex technical informationto senior management and other cross-functional teams.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor a team, balancing both technical and business development needs.
Time-management and organizational skills to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of presenting business cases clearly and succinctly.

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