Manager, Product Development, GDI
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onGeorgia State University, 33, Gilmer Street Southeast, Five Points, Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30303, United States
About the Team
The North America Innovation Center sits at the heart of The Coca-Cola Company's next chapter of growth. We are committed to transforming and evolving our organization and ambitions—bringing our people closer to the consumer, continuously raising the bar, and embracing digitalization to enable sustainable growth.
We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture grounded in our company purpose: to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what's possible, and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. Our culture is defined by four key behaviors: curious, empowered, inclusive, and agile. We value how we work as much as what we achieve, believing this is a core reason our company continues to thrive after 130+ years.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Georgia State University, 33, Gilmer Street Southeast, Five Points, Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30303, United States
Atlanta, Georgia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDevelop lab-scale recipes and formulations based on consumer insights and technical requirements
- check_circleConduct sensory, analytical, and shelf-life testing to guide product optimization
- check_circleLead pilot and commercial production trials to ensure process and packaging compatibility
- check_circlePartner with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Supply Chain, and Quality for seamless delivery
- check_circleMaintain lab equipment and ensure compliance with safety, documentation, and regulatory standards
- check_circleAlign with functional teams to define objectives and success criteria for new product launches
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's/Master's in Food Science, Chemistry, Nutrition, Chemical Engineering, or similar
- verified4–6 years in product development for beverages/food
- verifiedFluent in English
- verifiedCurrently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Nice to Have
Fluency in regional languages
Benefits & Perks
check_circleFull range of medical, financial, and other benefits dependent on the positioncheck_circleAnnual Incentive with a reference value percentage of 15
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Product Development, Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Nutrition, Beverage Systems, Sensory Evaluation, Consumer Testing, Data Interpretation, GMP.
Education: Bachelor's in Food Science, Chemistry, Nutrition, Chemical Engineering, or similar; Master's in Food Science, Chemistry, Nutrition, Chemical Engineering, or similar.
Frequently asked questions about Manager, Product Development, GDI at The Coca-Cola Company
What does a Manager, Product Development, GDI at The Coca-Cola Company do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Manager, Product Development, GDI at The Coca-Cola Company will develop lab-scale recipes and formulations based on consumer insights and technical requirements; conduct sensory, analytical, and shelf-life testing to guide product optimization; lead pilot and commercial production trials to ensure process and packaging compatibility; and partner with cross-functional teams including marketing, supply chain, and quality for seamless delivery.
What are the requirements for this Manager, Product Development, GDI role?expand_more
To qualify for the Manager, Product Development, GDI at The Coca-Cola Company position, applicants should have: Bachelor's/Master's in Food Science, Chemistry, Nutrition, Chemical Engineering, or similar; 4–6 years in product development for beverages/food; Fluent in English; and Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Where is the Manager, Product Development, GDI role at The Coca-Cola Company located?expand_more
Manager, Product Development, GDI at The Coca-Cola Company is based in Georgia State University, 33, Gilmer Street Southeast, Five Points, Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30303, United States. This is a on-site role.
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The Coca-Cola Company has listed this Manager, Product Development, GDI role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Manager, Product Development, GDI role?expand_more
Manager, Product Development, GDI at The Coca-Cola Company typically requires 4–6 years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Manager, Product Development, GDI at The Coca-Cola Company include Product Development; Food Science; Chemistry; Chemical Engineering; Nutrition; Beverage Systems; Sensory Evaluation; and Consumer Testing.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's in Food Science, Chemistry, Nutrition, Chemical Engineering, or similar; and Master's in Food Science, Chemistry, Nutrition, Chemical Engineering, or similar.
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Manager, Product Development, GDI at The Coca-Cola Company is part of the scientific & qa job category on Recrutus.