TEST BAKER, PRODUCT INNOVATION & DEVELOPMENT

Reports to: Senior Manager, Innovation and Optimization
Location: Vancouver, BC
Annual Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 based on experience
COBS Bread is looking for a Test Baker, Product Innovation & Development for our Vancouver Support office. This role will be responsible for developing product innovation opportunities and launching new product to the market.

• Managing the product innovation including conceptualization, design, creation, specification, and evaluation of new concepts/products for targeted markets
• Assist with test baking of new and existing ingredients and provide critical feedback as required by Supply Chain Team
• Manage the in-bakery trial process for new products
• Deliver test baking of product at monthly tastings meeting with Marketing
• Prepare content for all campaign briefs that highlight tips for network on focus products; including photos and videos as required
• Building key relationships with strategic suppliers to source new ingredients and vendors
• Supporting the evaluation of new product launches
• Stay abreast of trends and developments within the industry, channels, and techniques that will keep the brand in the forefront
• Monitor and communicate nutrition research and trends relevant to the category
• Prepare finished products to the highest standards for marketing activities including promotional materials, photoshoots, and customer events
• Assist with national baking competitions; diagnose product issues
• Make recommendations on ingredient substitution and use to the business
• Ensure content on Product page is up to date with current minutes and product information for the network
• Other duties as assigned