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As the R&D Manager, you will lead the New Product Development (NPD) processes from concept to commercialization. You will bridge the gap between management and production, ensuring recipes are seamlessly transferred, optimized, and compliant with national food regulations. You will also play a pivotal role in scaling up production and building a high-performing R&D team.
Job Responsibility:
Lead NPD processes from concept to commercialization, including shelf-life studies and Technical Data Sheets (TDS)
Successfully transfer and adapt recipes from the global headquarters
Drive all development and optimization initiatives for both innovative and renovative projects
Lead trial runs, troubleshoot production line issues, and improve control settings
Proactively design and establish R&D operative procedures
Recruit, mentor, and coach R&D personnel, establishing clear development plans to retain and grow internal talent
Serve as the bridge between R&D and Production
Coordinate employee efforts and work closely with Sales & Marketing, Manufacturing, and external stakeholders
Ensure all products comply with relevant country food regulations and meet both authority and customer quality requirements
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Food Technology, Food Science & Nutrition, Culinary Arts, Chemistry, Biology, or an equivalent field
Minimum of 5+ years of managerial or assistant managerial experience within a food manufacturing company
Deep knowledge of food technology, formulation, food analysis, and fat chemistry (both theoretical and practical)
Solid understanding of food process regulations and compliance requirements
Exceptional leadership, critical thinking, problem-solving, and cross-functional stakeholder management skills