R&D and Product Development Manager

Job Title: R&D and Product Development Manager

Location: Guntur
Experience: 3–6 Years (Bakery Industry)
Qualification: B.Tech / M.Sc. in Food Technology or related field

Profile Overview :-

We are seeking a highly motivated R&D and Product Development Manager with strong expertise in bakery ingredients, wheat flour technology, and product innovation. The role involves conducting lab-scale trials, developing new bakery products, optimising recipes, sourcing ingredients, and ensuring technical documentation. The incumbent will work closely with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Operations, and Quality to translate customer needs into successful commercial products.

Roles & Responsibilities :-

• Conduct lab-scale trials for new bakery product development.
• Identify, evaluate, and source required ingredients for New Product Development (NPD).
• Optimise recipes for cost-effectiveness while ensuring continuous product improvement.
• Provide training and technical support to junior staff and marketing teams.
• Develop and standardise specifications for refined wheat flours and bakery products.
• Monitor and analyse laboratory test results; prepare detailed technical reports.
• Document all phases of the R&D process from concept to commercial roll-out.
• Design and implement testing protocols for raw materials and finished goods.
• Translate customer expectations into scalable manufacturing solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on project goals and priorities.

Skills Required :-

• Strong knowledge of bakery ingredients and their interactions.
• Understanding of the physical, chemical, and rheological parameters of wheat flour (maida).
• Hands-on experience with farinograph, alveograph, mixolab, and extensograph.
• Familiarity with food additives used in bakery and milling industries.
• Technical expertise in bakery products such as bread, buns, pizza, croissants, and noodles.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person