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We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Sr. R&D Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in leading end-to-end Product Development activities across 1440 Foods’ Snacks, Ready-to-Drink (RTD), and supplements. The successful candidate will be instrumental in the definition, prioritization, and execution of day-to-day activities enabling the effective execution of Innovation and Brand Maintenance initiatives. The incumbent will work closely with a diverse technical team to influence, plan, and deliver the R&D and Commercialization agenda.
Job Responsibility:
Partners with cross-functional team in the effective planning and execution of innovation activities while driving cost savings and efficiencies across all bar and powdered beverage platforms
Leads the Snacks, RTD, and Supplements R&D team through the entire product development cycle
Guarantees that all initiatives meet the product development brief
Drives a data- and scientific-driven product development process
Leads the R&D team in addressing technical challenges
Oversees the planning and execution of benchtop, pilot, and full-scale plant production
Establishes and executes best R&D practices
Effectively manages multiple, concurrent projects
Acts as a role model for effective teamwork
Leads a highly technical and capable R&D team with focus on developing/mentoring team members
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food/Chemical Engineering, or equivalent required
Advanced degree preferred
7+ years of experience in Food/Beverage Consumer Packaged Goods industry
At least 4 years of experience managing teams through the entire product development cycle
Experience in Dairy and/or Nutritional products preferred
Active knowledge and experience in planning and conducting a variety of sensory evaluations
Experience working with nutritional software, technical and quality systems