R&D Manager

In this exciting role, you will lead the R&D team in developing innovative food ingredient solutions for Bayfield. Responsibilities include overseeing research activities, developing knowledge-based products, and managing project and portfolio activities. You will be responsible for setting project goals, defining formulations, conducting trials, and preparing documentation for product submission. Additionally, you will manage R&D project budgets, prepare SOPs, and collaborate with the production team to ensure successful product development. Key responsibilities also include conducting market research to identify new business opportunities, participating in product launches, and working closely with Operations, Purchasing, and Brand Marketing. Team management duties involve developing goals for the team, overseeing hiring and training, and motivating direct reports for personal development. Capability building tasks include building sensory and application capabilities, conducting studies to improve production efficiency, and driving new capabilities in food applications and culinary sciences. Key result areas (KRAs) include on-time project delivery, lead conversions to commercialization, innovation and forward thinking, team management, and capability building. Skills required for this role include research, management, formulation, strong analytical abilities, project management, and analytic problem-solving.,