New Product Development Specialist

About the Role

AlKhalejiah is seeking a New Product Development Specialist to join its food manufacturing business in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role focuses on developing and improving bakery, pastry, confectionery, and dessert products from initial concept through to commercialization. The specialist will ensure products meet quality standards, are scalable and cost-efficient, and align with current consumer and market trends.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop new bakery, pastry, confectionery, and dessert products from concept through commercial launch.
• Optimize existing products to enhance quality, consistency, and cost efficiency.
• Conduct product trials, pilot runs, and factory validations.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Procurement, and Commercial teams throughout the development process.
• Prepare product specifications, recipes, formulations, and technical documentation.
• Evaluate ingredients and raw materials for new product development initiatives.
• Support factory implementation, scale-up activities, and successful product launches.
• Monitor market trends, consumer preferences, and competitor products to identify innovation opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Required Experience

Candidates should possess 2-5 years of experience in new product development within the food manufacturing sector. Experience in the following areas is preferred:

• Industrial Bakery Manufacturing
• Confectionery Manufacturing
• Pastry & Dessert Production
• Snack Food Manufacturing
• FMCG Food Manufacturing
• Central Kitchen & Commissary Operations

Work Location and Type

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The salary for this role will be disclosed during the interview process.