Partners with cross-functional team (i.e. Marketing, Sales, Regulatory, PMO, etc.) in the effective planning and execution of innovation activities
Successfully 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
Effectively leads the R&D team in addressing technical challenges
Drives the technical validation process to ensure that all products meet rigorous quality standards
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

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 with 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
Experience with Excel, ESHA Genesis, project management software, and/or Trace Gains preferred

Senior R&D Manager

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