About this role
At Coca-Cola, every employee is a leader. In the Juice Category across LATAM, that means turning consumer and business needs into strong technical solutions, working across functions to move projects forward, and delivering product development with rigor and discipline.
We are looking for a Manager, Product Development to lead a portfolio of projects for the Juice Category in LATAM. This role is responsible for delivering product development and commercialization projects across innovation, reformulation, regulatory, quality improvement, productivity, and business continuity initiatives.
This position requires strong technical product development capability, solid project management, and the ability to work effectively across a cross-functional network to deliver scalable, high-quality, and commercially successful juice, nectar, and juice drink solutions.
Focus Areas
Key areas of focus of this role can be summarized as follows:
GDI Project Execution & ManagementProject CommercializationTechnical diligence and robustnessCross-functional coordination and alignment Work Focus
GDI Project Execution & Management, including Commercialization
Lead product development and commercialization projects for the Juice Category across LATAM, including innovation, reformulation, regulatory, superior product experience, productivity, and business continuity programsDesign the product development approach and build project plans to ensure disciplined execution from concept through commercializationTranslate consumer, business, and market insights into product solutions that are technically feasible, commercially relevant, and scalable across the regionDeliver projects from desk and benchtop development through pilot and industrial scale-up with a high degree of autonomyEnsure technical diligence across formulation, processing, regulatory, quality, sensory, packaging, shelf life, cost, and manufacturing feasibilityLead commercialization timelines and coordinate project interactions across R&D, marketing, regulatory, quality, supply chain, procurement, finance, technical teams, and bottling partnersRecommend validated product solutions supported by technical evidence, defined risk assessment, and formula cost analysisDevelop technical specifications including ingredient, formula, processing, manufacturing instructions, and shelf-life recommendationsLead project meetings within the category and across functions to ensure alignment, clarity, and progress against timelinesPrepare clear and accurate reports, analyses, and project updates to support decision-makingConnect with Global R&D teams to align priorities, project scope, and resources supporting LATAM plans Technical Scope
Support development and renovation of juice, nectar, and juice drink portfolios across LATAMApply knowledge of fruit juice systems, ingredients, sweeteners, additives, beverage processing, sensory performance, shelf life, and manufacturing feasibilityGuide pilot trials, plant trials, and commercialization with strong execution disciplineEnsure compliance with KO standards, policies, and local regulatory requirements across the OU People Leadership
This role is primarily an individual contributor role.
Build and contribute to collaborative network relationships across peers, functions, and marketsInfluence and support more junior developers through technical guidance and day-to-day collaborationContribute to team capability building through knowledge sharing and strong functional exampleAct as a role model for accountability, collaboration, and execution discipline Communication Focus
Proper, timely, and effective communication is critical to this role's success.
Communicate effectively across the R&D network, LATAM category teams, global communities, suppliers, bottlers, and external partnersTranslate technical information into clear recommendations for cross-functional stakeholdersSupport alignment and decision-making in a matrixed environment with multiple priorities What Will Make You Successful
You bring strong technical depth in beverage product developmentYou manage projects with discipline and move effectively from concept to commercializationYou connect consumer needs with technical development choicesYou work well across functions and build alignment to keep projects movingYou are comfortable handling complexity and making sound technical recommendationsYou bring clarity, ownership, and consistency in execution Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Food Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Food Technology, or related field required3-5 years of relevant experience in Research & Development, Product Development, and/or Commercialization roles in the food or beverage industryExperience leading or supporting cross-functional product development projects from concept to launchStrong knowledge of juice systems or non-carbonated beverage developmentKnowledge of fruit ingredients, sweeteners, additives, processing, quality, and supply chain interfacesExperience with blending, pasteurization, aseptic processing, filling, and scale-up is preferredUnderstanding of technical functions such as Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and OperationsStrong project management capabilityStrong written and verbal communication skills Good to Have
Experience with cost analysis or business case inputsKnowledge of consumer science and marketing interfacesExperience working across multiple LATAM markets and bottlersFamiliarity with digital project management or PLM tools Why Join Us
Contribute to the future of the Juice Category in LATAM through innovation and renovationWork on high-impact, cross-market initiatives with broad cross-functional exposureJoin a collaborative environment where science, consumer understanding, and business needs come togetherGrow your technical and leadership capability in one of Coca-Cola's most dynamic product spaces Adaptability, Chemistry, Commercialization, Communication, Continual Improvement Process, Data Compilation, Food Sciences, Food Technology, Influencing, Laboratory Testing, organization, Product Development, Research Development, Researching, Sensory Processing, Waterfall Model
Location(s): Mexico
City/Cities: Ciudad de Mexico
Travel Required: 00% - 25%
Relocation Provided: No
Job Posting End Date: September 11, 2026
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