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Head - R&D (Dairy Products)

12 - 18 years

55 - 60 Lacs

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Hiring for a Leading MNC Client of CIEL HR into Dairy Products Segment


Location: Baramati, Maharashtra


Position Summary:

Head of R&D


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the R&D function / New Product Development function for dairy products including milk, cheese, yogurt, and value-added dairy.
  • Drive innovation and new product development aligned with market trends and consumer needs.
  • Oversee formulation, pilot trials, sensory evaluation, and scale-up processes.
  • Collaborate with marketing, production, quality, and procurement teams to ensure successful product launches.
  • Ensure compliance with FSSAI and other relevant food safety and regulatory standards.
  • Manage R&D budgets, timelines, and resource allocation.
  • Build and mentor a high-performing R&D team.
  • Stay updated on global dairy trends, technologies, and ingredients.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Masters or Ph.D. in Dairy Technology, Food Science, or related field.
  • 12+ years of experience in R&D within the dairy or food processing industry.
  • Proven track record of successful product launches and innovation leadership.
  • Strong knowledge of dairy processing, functional ingredients, and food safety regulations.
  • Excellent project management, communication, and leadership skills.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with clean label, plant-based, or fortified dairy products.
  • Familiarity with sensory science and consumer research.
  • Exposure to international markets and regulatory frameworks.

Interested candidates may apply on this job post or email their CV at ajay.gandhi@cielhr.com, mentioning their compensation details.

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CIEL HR
CIEL HR

Human Resources

Noida

51-200 Employees

845 Jobs

    Key People

  • Ranjeet K. Sethi

    Founder & CEO
  • Poonam Mehta

    Head HR Consulting

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