Research And Development Manager

1 week ago

Springs Gauteng, South Africa Acumen Resources Development (Pty) Ltd Full time R1 100 000 per year

Well-established company in the Agricultural Sector seeks and experienced Research and Development Manager. The purpose of the Research and Development (R&D) Manager is to lead and oversee the development of innovative fertilizer products that meet market needs. This role drives scientific discovery, product improvement and process optimization by coordinating cross-functional research efforts, collaborating with internal teams and external partners. This role will encompass working for all geographic areas of the Company's presence. The R&D Manager ensures that the company remains at the forefront of fertilizer technology.

Package: R 1.1M

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Lead the formulation and development of new fertilizer products
  • Evaluate opportunities that will enhance the effectiveness of fertilizers by improving crop performance
  • Perform project and product feasibility studies
  • Define and implement a R&D roadmap aligned with business goals and market trends in order to define short and long term projects
  • Apply scientific methods to support research findings
  • Design trial protocols, oversee the management of the research projects, analyse data and write reports within the required timelines
  • Maintain good documentation practices for protocols and reports, develop SOP's
  • Support product registration process
  • Troubleshoot technical issues during production phases
  • Hands-on involvement with experiments in the laboratory, greenhouse and field trials
  • Manage the routine activities in the laboratory
  • Foster a culture of innovation, safety and continuous learning and collaboration within the R&D department
  • Improve the knowledge of biotechnology within the agronomic team
  • Lead and mentor junior members of the team
  • Allocate resources, manage R&D budgets, and track project timelines
  • Bring world class trends to the business

Desired Experience & Qualification

  • Master's Degree in a field of Biotechnology (Biochemistry, Microbiology, Plant Physiology) or Traditional Agronomy
  • A minimum of 10 years' experience in the Agriculture Industry
  • 5+ years of experience leading teams

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