Head of Research And Development

15 - 19 years

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Posted:16 hours ago| Platform: Shine logo

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As an experienced R&D professional in the food and beverage industry, you will play a critical role in driving product innovation and development. Your responsibilities will include: - Leading the end-to-end R&D strategy, encompassing product innovation, formulation, packaging, and sensory evaluation. - Identifying market trends and consumer insights to drive the conceptualization and development of new food and beverage products. - Overseeing pilot plant trials, shelf-life studies, and scale-up processes from the lab to production. - Ensuring compliance with food safety, labeling, and regulatory standards such as FSSAI, ISO, and HACCP. - Collaborating closely with marketing, supply chain, and manufacturing teams to facilitate seamless product commercialization. - Managing a team of food technologists, scientists, and lab staff, and fostering ongoing skill development and technical excellence. - Driving continuous improvement in product quality, cost optimization, and sustainability initiatives. - Partnering with suppliers, research institutions, and innovation labs for advanced ingredient and technology sourcing. - Tracking emerging technologies and global trends to maintain a competitive innovation pipeline. - Owning the R&D budget and ensuring efficient resource utilization. To excel in this role, you should meet the following requirements: - Hold a Masters or Ph.D. in Food Technology, Food Science, Dairy Technology, or a related field. - Have at least 15 years of experience in R&D or product development within leading F&B/FMCG companies. - Demonstrate a proven track record of successful product launches and innovation leadership. - Possess a strong understanding of food ingredients, sensory science, processing technologies, and regulatory frameworks. - Exhibit excellent leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and project management skills. - Be a strategic thinker with a balance of innovation and commercial acumen. Additionally, the following background would be preferred: - Experience across multiple F&B categories such as snacks, beverages, dairy, bakery, and ready-to-eat products. - Exposure to both domestic and international markets. - Hands-on experience with clean-label, nutrition-focused, or sustainable product lines. This position offers the opportunity to lead and drive innovation in a dynamic and competitive industry, making a significant impact on the company's growth and success.,

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