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Join the creative heart of Riverford's sustainable food revolution as a Range Development Manager and enjoy a cornucopia of organic perks
Overview
Salary
£40000 - £45000
Location
Wash Barn
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Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
Become part of Riverford, a 100% employee-owned leader in organic farming and sustainable food distribution. At Riverford, we're committed to ethical food production and fostering a culture of co-ownership, where every employee's contribution is recognized and valued. Our mission is to deliver exceptional organic produce, support local farmers, and encourage a healthier, eco-friendly lifestyle—Living Life on the Veg.
Role Summary
- Curate and manage exclusive product ranges that embody sustainability and innovation.
- Lead the introduction of new product categories and expansion of seasonal offerings.
- Drive continuous improvements to our Recipe Boxes and Kits.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align product offerings with customer demands and business goals.
Role Requirements
- Proven experience in product and team management, preferably within the food retail sector.
- Operational and profitability focus.
- Strong ability to collaborate across various departments.
- A blend of creativity and analytical skills to make data-driven decisions.
Work with us at Riverford, and join a thriving employee-owned business
- Be part of a creative, innovative and collaborative team
- Lots of opportunities to learn, grow, and progress in your career.
- We’ll give you an abundance of free organic fruit and veg, an annual tax-free co-owner bonus, and a bounty of benefits – Including delicious home-cooked organic breakfasts & lunches
As a 100% employee-owned business, everyone at Riverford plays a part in its success, and we’d love for you to join us in making a meaningful difference.
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
Location: Based at our beautiful Wash Farm in Devon, near Buckfastleigh, this role offers flexible, hybrid working, with a 2-3 days a week on-site.
The Range Development Manager – Sub & Seasonal plays a pivotal role in ensuring our food offerings remain fresh, vibrant, and deeply rooted in sustainability. You will thoughtfully develop and curate exclusive product ranges that not only complement but elevate our core selection, blending creativity and innovation with the joy of good food. By introducing unique, exciting products, you'll help more families embrace our ethos of "Living Life on the Veg."
In this role, you'll manage a dedicated team and work closely with Demand Planning and Supply Chain teams, ensuring our offerings meet customer needs while staying true to Riverford's mission of delivering sustainable, delicious food.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop exclusive product ranges ("Made for Riverford").
- Introduce new categories, such as tea and coffee ("Discovered for Riverford").
- Lead the management and expansion of seasonal ranges.
- Scope and deliver an updated recipe box and kit range.
- Oversee continuous improvements to our Recipe Boxes and Kits.
Skills & experience:
- Product and team management, ideally in food retail.
- Operational focus with an eye on profitability.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration.
- Creative and data-driven driven logical judgment
Please see the attached Job Description for more details on the role & responsibilities.
Application Process: We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert early, so we encourage you to apply promptly. The process consists of three stages, beginning with a virtual interview, followed by an on-site visit to our farm. Our aim is to ensure the experience is both insightful and a true reflection of Riverford’s ethos—rooted in sustainability, community, and co-ownership.
Other organisations may refer to this role as Product Development Manager, Category Manager, and Product Manager.
