Research And Development Manager

Role Overview: You will be a Food Scientist at House of Spices, responsible for developing and scaling recipes for South Asian ready-to-eat food products. Your expertise in global food safety systems, international regulatory affairs, new product development (NPD), and quality management systems (QMS) will be crucial for successfully commercializing formulations in collaboration with vendors and manufacturing partners. Key Responsibilities: - Develop new recipes for ready-to-eat South Asian food products like gravies, pickles, sweets, parathas, naan, and more. - Modify and scale recipes for large-scale production while ensuring consistency in taste, texture, and shelf stability. - Keep abreast of global food trends to introduce innovative, clean-label, and consumer-friendly food products. - Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to align product innovation with market demand. - Work with vendors, co-packers, and manufacturers to scale up R&D formulations into full-scale production. - Ensure process optimization, ingredient sourcing, and cost efficiency without compromising quality. - Conduct pilot plant trials and oversee initial production runs to maintain product integrity. - Ensure full compliance with USA, Canada, and FSSAI regulations for food safety and regulatory standards. - Implement and uphold HACCP, BRC, and FSSC standards to meet global food safety requirements. - Collaborate with regulatory teams to secure necessary product approvals and certifications for international markets. - Establish and manage sensory testing panels to ensure products meet consumer expectations. - Utilize advanced analytical instruments for product evaluation and troubleshooting quality issues. - Lead cross-functional teams to ensure product launches align with business objectives. - Develop timelines for new product development projects and prepare technical documentation and reports. Qualification Required: - Bachelors/Masters/PhD in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field. - 8+ years of experience in R&D, food product development, or food technology, preferably in South Asian cuisine. - Hands-on experience with global food regulatory standards (USA FDA, CFIA Canada, and FSSAI). - Expertise in commercial food production processes, ingredient functionality, and sensory science. - Experience with certifications such as HACCP, BRC, FSSC, and food safety audits. - Strong project management skills with experience in cross-functional team leadership. - Knowledge of packaging technologies and shelf-life extension techniques.,