Manager- Research & Development - IMBA - R&D Administration

10 - 12 years

3 - 7 Lacs

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Job Description

The purpose of this role is to use creative abilities and research methods to improve existing products based on industry trends and develop new products to meet the needs of the companys target market.

Responsibilities

  1. The incumbent should be responsible for Creations and applications of products developed as per opportunity briefs from customer.
  2. Should be able to handle cost optimization, raw material rationalization and process optimization for new products and existing products.
  3. Drive innovations and work with marketing for new product launches.
  4. Localization of global product recipes at target price.
  5. Providing inputs to the sales team on processing knowhow customer queries.
  6. Work with customers on processing technical solutions
  7. Application solutions designed based on users infrastructure and capability.
  8. Should have understanding of Snack/QSR/OFS processors processing equipment and process.
  9. Should have an understanding of different Snack/QSR/OFS substrate bases

MARKET ORIENTATION

  1. Knowledge of snack industry, seasoning ingredient, Ingredient additives, HORECA, QSR etc.
  2. Understanding of B2C model, will be added advantages.
  3. Should have knowledge of trends and developments in the market, and end use of seasonings.
  4. Should have Sound knowledge of manufacturing process, machinery and equipment.
  5. Should have sound knowledge of local regulations related to the category.

INFLUENCING RELATIONSHIPS

  1. Directly or indirectly maintains and pursues relationships, collaborates closely with senior level leadership.
  2. Champions our RD effectiveness framework and drives teamwork culture and alignment of goals.

TALENT MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Carries out Talent Management and supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Griffith Foods policies.
  2. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance.
  3. Coaching and development planning, motivating, rewarding, and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; interviewing, hiring, training, and retaining employees.
  4. Responsible for Creations and applications of products developed as per opportunity briefs from customer.
  5. To handle cost optimization, raw material rationalization and process optimization for new products and existing products

PROBLEM SOLVING AND DECISION MAKING:

  • Manages and/or oversees assigned research, projects and programs related to cost reduction, process improvements, line extensions, new product/process development and commercialization.
  • Utilize project and process management best practices to deliver project results within target metrics, implementing a continuous improvement approach.

Working Relationships:

Internal

Reports to Senior Manager, Regional RD- Seasonings
Geographic coverage - India
Work Location Bangalore
Strong relationship required with other functions (RD, Culinary, Sales)
Frequent contact with Global Marketing Team
Frequent contact with commercial and supply team members.

External

Top to top relationships with vendors, customers
Represents company at industry events as appropriate.

Requirement

  • M Tech/MSc (Food Technology)
  • 10-12 years of experience.
  • Should have knowledge of trends and developments in the market, and end use of seasonings.
  • Should have Sound knowledge of manufacturing process, machinery, and equipment.
  • Should have sound knowledge of FSSAI regulations related to the category.
  • Should be team player and willing to work with different functions.

Competency List

Creating New Different: Strategic Mindset
Understanding the Business: Customer Focus
Understanding the Business: Financial Acumen
Focusing on Performance: Drives Results; Ensures Accountability
Influencing People: Drives Engagement
Being Flexible and Adaptable: Situational Adaptability
Managing Execution: Plans and Aligns
Optimizing Diverse Talent: Builds Effective Teams
Being Authentic: Courage

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