Habit Burger & Grill · 20 hours ago
Project Manager, Product Development (R&D)
Irvine, CA, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$98K/yr - $112K/yr
3+ years expTaco Bell is a global brand known for its innovative approach to fast food, and they are seeking a Project Manager for Product Development in R&D. This role involves creating and commercializing new beverage products while collaborating with various internal and external partners to meet consumer and operational goals.
Food and BeverageTourismTravel
No H1B
Responsibilities
Inspire, create, and develop trend-setting beverage ingredients, from prototype to commercialized. Ensure they meet our consumer, operations, and financial needs
Participate in Product Development team working sessions, sharing, collaborating and building on ideas and prototypes
Collaborate with brand marketing, and consumer insights peers understanding beverage cost of sales targets and guardrails
Partner with PD, Commercialization, QA & Restaurant Food Safety to maintain quality and safety standards, and are thoroughly tested to confirm
Follow and create project timelines and problem solve when required to ensure programs hit deadlines
Proactively identify the needs, design, execution of product showings and development sessions. Assist/participate in product evaluations, competitive analysis, and special events
Manage multiple suppliers and vendors, providing clear direction, feedback, and next steps
Deliver presentations with a high degree of competence in a clear concise manner both written and verbally in front of leadership and large audiences
Qualification
Required
BA/BS or higher required; Science degree preferred in either Food science, Culinary, Chemistry or related education is required
3-5+ years work experience in beverage and food product development for restaurant and/or manufacturer
Team player who has strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively, as well as work efficiently and adapt to styles of a wide range of peers and partners
Creative innovator with a knowledge and passion for food
Solutions-orientated developer who can manage a fast-paced environment, handle multiple projects simultaneously and pivot as needed to meet deadlines
Ability to inspire, engage, develop with a cross functional team
Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications
In person 3-5 days a week
Benefits
Hybrid work schedule (onsite expectation Tues, Wed, Thurs) and year-round flex day Friday
Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons
Onsite dining center and game room (yes, there is a Taco Bell inside the building)
Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, carwash,
Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions
Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering
Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program
401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting
Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care
Discounts, free food, swag and… honestly, too many good benefits to name
Company
Habit Burger & Grill
At Habit Burger & Grill, a subsidiary of Yum! Brands, Inc.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2020-01-06Acquired
2014-11-21IPO
Leadership Team
Shannon Hennessy
Chief Executive Officer
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