Head of Product Development at Greenspoon

We are looking for a hands-on, commercially minded Head of Product & Private Label who knows how to bring high-quality food products to life. This role sits at the heart of Greenspoon’s growth strategy - working across product, production, quality, and pricing to deliver products that are simple, delicious, traceable, and convenient.

What you will be doing

• Lead the development and rollout of Greenspoon’s in-house & private label range across butchery, bakery, ready meals, deli, pantry, dairy and more
• Own the full product lifecycle: from idea, recipe testing, to packaging, pricing and launch
• Work hands-on in our kitchen or with partners to test and refine recipes, ensuring artisanal quality at scalable volumes
• Manage outsourced production partners and freelancers, while building in-house capabilities
• Build, train and support production teams to maintain consistent quality and compliance
• Create and manage food specifications, costing sheets and standard operating procedures
• Oversee food safety, shelf life testing, traceability, and regulatory compliance
• Build strong relationships with manufacturers and suppliers who can scale with us
• Track product performance including costs, margins, sales, and customer feedback - and improve where needed
• Work closely with procurement, marketing, warehouse, and tech teams to make launches smooth and efficient

What we are looking for

• Proven entrepreneurial track record (own store, shop, business, department etc.)
• Hyper productive and creative in working under limited resources
• Experience in food product development, private label, or food manufacturing
• Strong understanding of categories such as butchery, bakery, prepared foods, or pantry
• Hands-on experience with recipe development, food costing, and production scale-up
• Experience working in a commercial kitchen with a passion for artisanal quality
• Knowledge of sourcing, ingredient selection, and working with small producers
• Solid understanding of food safety standards, HACCP, and regulatory compliance in Kenya (KEBS) is a plus
• Able to work well with chefs, manufacturers, freelancers, and internal teams
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects
• A positive mindset and a strong drive to build something that matters