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 in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field-preferred.
• MBA or Master's Degree in a business-related field (required).

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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