About the Job

The Product Developer will develop, implement, launch, and manage post‑launch activities for projects under their responsibility, including renovation, innovation, and cost/quality improvement. The role involves pilot testing, quantitative analysis, monitoring, and coordination of industrial production tests to support project launches. The candidate will represent R&I; interests across company projects.

Key Responsibilities

- Define the development plan for new products according to objectives, costs, and deadlines set in the project brief.
- Collaborate closely with Marketing to generate innovation within the category.
- Manage projects according to specific needs and the methodology defined by Danone.
- Act as the R&I; representative within each project team and ensure project follow‑up using R&I; tools.
- Develop formulas and processes considering requirements from Regulatory Affairs, Quality, production, etc.
- Design and execute pilot tests, organize tasting sessions with Marketing, and draw conclusions and recommendations for next steps.
- Industrialize new products with collaboration of engineering and production departments.

Salary & Perks

The annual base salary range for this position is $72,000 to $100,000 CAD.



Additional compensation may include a short‑term incentive bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, such as group insurance, group retirement plans, wellbeing account, flexible time off, true hybrid work environment, and paid parental leave.

About You

- Bachelor's degree in food science or a related field; a Master’s is an asset.
- Three to ten years of experience in food product development.
- Strong project management and IT skills.
- Ability to meet tight timelines and work under pressure.
- Ability to work cross‑functionally.
- Experience in plant‑based and dairy products is an asset.
- Experience in manufacturing scale‑up from bench to pilot to full manufacturing.
- Experience in personnel management is an asset.
- Flexibility to travel in US‑Canada (10‑20%).
- Bilingualism required: French and English (written and spoken).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Danone Canada does not discriminate based on cultural background, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age. We welcome what makes each individual unique and are proud to provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants.

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📌 Product Developer (Toronto)
🏢 Danone
📍 Toronto