Senior Manager, Product Development
Singapore
Listed on 2025-12-17
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IT/Tech
Product Engineer, Data Science Manager -
Engineering
Product Engineer, Data Science Manager
Location: Singapore
Role Type: People Leader/ Manager
Please note: This role is not a fully remote position. The selected candidate will need to be based in Singapore and follow our hybrid work setup—3 days onsite and 2 days working from home each week. This is a People Leader/ Manager position.
As Senior Manager, Product Development you will lead technical projects and product development initiatives for Coca-Cola’s portfolio on multiple categories. This is a hands‑on innovation delivery role — blending technical mastery with digital tools, market insights, and strategic collaboration — to create consumer‑led solutions that meet business priorities and excite local markets. You will connect regional needs with global technical expertise, tap the external ecosystem for breakthrough ideas, and adapt innovations to deliver regulatory‑compliant, high‑quality products at speed.
WhatYou’ll Do
Lead Technical Projects End-to-End – From concept and prototype to pilot and commercialization, ensuring flawless execution against timelines, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with regional cross functional teams, global teams for E2E innovation projects creation and execution.
Bring Ideas to Market Faster – Use consumer insights, digital modelling, and agile methods to accelerate product innovation.
Leverage Global & External Networks – Access GDI technical specialists, ingredient innovators, and technology partners to drive competitive and disruptive solutions.
Localize Global Strategies – Adapt global formulations and processes to suit local consumer tastes, manufacturing capabilities, and sourcing realities.
Ensure Excellence & Compliance – Proactively manage risks, maintain product integrity, and adhere to food safety and regulatory requirements.
Build Capability – Mentor junior developers to deepen expertise in technologies, and functional product design.
Lead and Develop Direct Reports – Where applicable, serve as a people manager for direct reports, providing leadership, coaching, performance management, and career development. Set clear objectives, support skill development, and foster a high‑performing, engaged team environment.
Stay Ahead of the Curve – Monitor market trends, emerging science, and new technologies to spot opportunities for the region.
Bachelor’s/ Master’s in Food Science, Dairy Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
8–10 years of product development experience in beverage/food industry, with technical depth in dairy or functional drinks.
Proven success in delivering innovation that balances consumer appeal, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
Strong cross‑functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills across diverse cultures.
Digitally savvy, comfortable with tools for formulation modelling, data‑driven decision making, and virtual prototyping.
Fluent in English; regional languages a plus.
Regional travel up to ~20%.
Impact – Shape products in fast‑growing categories across diverse APAC markets.
Innovation Platform – Work within Coca-Cola’s regional innovation hub with access to world‑class R&D networks.
Digital Edge – Apply next‑gen technologies to design, prototype, and test more effectively.
Ecosystem Connectivity – Collaborate with suppliers, startups, and research organizations to drive disruptive new solutions.
Growth Opportunity – Gain exposure to global innovation pipelines and develop expertise across categories.
Impact at Scale:
Shape products enjoyed by millions across diverse APAC markets.Global Connectivity:
Access world‑class technical expertise, innovation labs, and global R&D networks.Digital Future:
Lead with next‑gen tools — from AI‑driven formulation insights to virtual product design.Creative Freedom:
Drive innovation that blends science, consumer desire, and brand vision.Legacy:
Be part of a team building the future of beverages, with agility, ambition, and excellence.
Growth Mindset:
Demonstrates Curiosity. Welcomes failure as a learning opportunity.Smart Risk:
Makes bold…
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