Product Development Manager- Private Brands

## Product Development Manager
- Private Brands Apply locations:
Nonstore B152 Charlotte NCtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R612754
** Position Summary
** The
** Manager, Sourcing and Product Development – Private Brands
** is responsible for executing sourcing strategies and product development initiatives that support private brand growth within the
** convenience retail channel**, across
** packaged food, beverages, snacks, and general merchandise**.This role works
** closely with the Private Brand Product Management team
** to bring product concepts to life, ensuring alignment on product vision, cost targets, specifications, and timelines. The Manager plays a key role in
** optimizing the private brand supply chain
** and in
** building and following structured, scalable processes
** that enable speed-to-market, quality, and operational efficiency.
** Key Responsibilities
**** Product Development Execution & Product Management Partnership
*** Partner closely with the
** Private Brand Product Management team
** to execute product development plans aligned to brand and assortment strategies.
* Manage day-to-day product development activities from concept approval through commercialization.
* Translate product briefs into detailed specifications, packaging requirements, and supplier briefs.
* Provide input on feasibility, supplier capabilities, cost implications, and supply chain considerations.
* Support SKU lifecycle activities including reformulations, line extensions, and item transitions.
** Sourcing & Supplier Management
*** Execute sourcing strategies across
** domestic and international suppliers
** for assigned categories.
* Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers in alignment with quality, cost, and capacity requirements.
* Lead supplier communications related to product development, costing, timelines, and performance.
* Support supplier negotiations and cost-reduction initiatives in partnership with leadership.
* Maintain supplier documentation, specifications, and contracts.
** Supply Chain Optimization & Risk Management
*** Support
** end-to-end supply chain optimization efforts
** for private brand products.
* Partner with Supply Chain, Logistics, and Inventory Planning teams to:  + Improve lead times and on-time delivery  + Optimize MOQ, production runs, and inventory levels  + Reduce total landed cost where possible
* Monitor supplier performance related to service levels, quality, and responsiveness.
* Escalate supply risks and support mitigation plans such as alternate sourcing or item transitions.
** Process Discipline & Operational Excellence**
* ** Execute and continuously improve sourcing and product development processes
** to ensure consistency and scalability.
* Follow standardized workflows for:  + New item development and commercialization  + Supplier qualification and onboarding  + Costing, specification management, and change control
* Help document processes, tools, and best practices.
* Track progress against timelines, milestones, and readiness requirements.
* Use data and reporting to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.
** Team Collaboration & Leadership
*** Collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners including Product Management, Merchandising, QA, Supply Chain, Legal, Finance, and Operations.
* Provide guidance and day-to-day support to junior team members or analysts, as applicable.
* Contribute to a solutions-oriented, accountable team culture.
* Participate in training, onboarding, and capability-building initiatives.
** Food Safety, Quality & Compliance
*** Ensure all assigned products meet
** FDA, USDA, FSMA**, and applicable regulatory requirements.
* Partner with QA and Regulatory teams to manage product specifications, audits, labeling, allergens, and claims.
* Support issue resolution related to quality, compliance, and supplier corrective actions.
* Uphold private brand quality and food safety standards.
** Financial & Business Support
*** Support product-level costing, margin targets, and business case development.
* Track costs, savings initiatives, and supplier changes impacting COGS.
* Assist in forecasting, item setup, and launch…