Product developer

Reporting: NPD Manager Location: Westlake Cape Herb & Spice has grown from entrepreneurial roots into a global FMCG player, employing over 500 people across 5 sites in Cape Town. With a diverse range of products across multiple categories, we pride ourselves in innovation, quality and bold flavour. This role offers the opportunity to work with world‑class brands, gain international exposure, and build an exciting career at the intersection of science, creativity and food. Purpose The Spice Division is seeking a technically strong yet foodie‑inspired Product Developer – someone who can balance scientific precision with a genuine love of cooking. You’ll lead NPD projects for key global customers, driving innovation and ensuring commercial and technical excellence. Key Responsibilities Research and stay ahead of global culinary trends, ingredients, and technologies Develop technically sound, flavour-forward, and commercially viable products Project manage all stages of development to ensu...