Product Research and Development Manager
2 weeks ago
We are committed to creating a vibrant working environment where all employees are passionate and excited about their contribution. Our on-going aim is to be recognised as a leading FMCG employer and to create a working environment where people feel free to share ideas and goals.
A career opportunity has arisen in the** CIP Department - Premier Waterfall
- Waterfall **This position is responsible to ensure new and innovative product development for milling, confectionary and beverages that will deliver high marginal contribution profits, in line with Business Innovation and Growth strategies.
**Qualification Requirements**:
- Degree in Food Science, BTech Diploma or equivalent or a related field. Essential
- Degree in Biochemistry, Bio Sciences, B.Sc Food science or a related field. Beneficial
- Diploma in Manufacturing Operations. Desirable
- Lean six sigma methodology Desirable
**Experience Requirements**:
- Working in Manufacturing in FMCG 5 - 7 Years Essential
- Product Research & Development in FMCG 3 - 5 Years Essential
- Experience in the milling/confectionary/biscuit/breakfast/pasta - 3 years Essential
- Experience in baking will be advantageous
**Key Outputs**:
- To support and deliver agreed innovative projects in line with the organisation’s profit & growth strategies and regulatory requirements.
- To ensure business continuity in the Product RD team through:
- the performance management,
- coaching, training, and development of team members
- To mitigate investment risk, ensure product food safety and regulatory compliance in line with the requirements of the food safety quality manual through providing advice and guidance to the business relating to new and existing products and processes.
- To protect intellectual property relating to product development through the implementation of a repository of Premier recipes and product processes.
- To ensure business continuity and project execution by maintaining and leveraging internal and external stakeholder relationships through ongoing engagement in cross functional meetings and Invocoms.
- Ensure innovative and improved practises and processes through continuous professional development, staying abreast with local and global trends, advising on the improvement opportunities.
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