Product Development Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT US AT KINDER'S :

What's it like to work at Kinder's? Well, there's a lot of snacking and geeking out over what we all cooked over the weekend. But beyond that, there's also plenty of hard work. Because we don't just like flavor, we're obsessed with it.

With over 100 products sold nationwide, we're now a top-five brand in multiple flavor categories at Costco, Walmart, Whole Foods, and more. But we're not your typical CPG company. Privately held and founder-led, we like to think of ourselves as a pirate ship in a sea of cruise ships. Our crew is adventurous and fearless. We chart our own course and chase big ideas to make food unforgettable.

As we expand globally and approach $1 billion in revenue, we need other smart-and-scrappy, flavor-obsessed people to come aboard. If you're looking for a place where you can see the real impact of your work, this is it. Every day, you'll be part of a journey to add flavor to millions of meals and lives.

We are Seeking :

A Product Development Operations Manager who is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the operational, administrative, and logistical functions of the Product Development (PD) department. This role ensures that systems, documentation, and cross-functional processes run efficiently to support product innovation and successful launches. The PD Operations Manager manages ingredient sourcing, TraceGains administration, departmental procurement, and supports continuous improvement initiatives — ensuring the department operates with excellence and alignment to Kinders' business goals.

Key Responsibilities of This Role Include :

Ingredient Sourcing & TraceGains Management

• Manage ingredient sourcing, supplier communication, and database accuracy to support PD formulation and compliance needs.
• Oversee the TraceGains system, including setup, user access, workflow maintenance, and data integrity.
• Maintain and update all ingredient and product specifications, ensuring traceability and compliance.
• Lead document control for supplier and product-related documentation.
• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities to streamline data management and department workflows.

Departmental Operations & Procurement

Cross-Functional Coordination & Administrative Support

Skills + Experience Needed for this Role :

Core Competencies for Success :

The expected starting salary range for this role is $120,000- $133,000 per year. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. The amount a particular employee will earn within the salary range will be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance and business needs.