R&D Manager

Develop and implement R&D plans aligned with the company’s business strategy

Lead new product development (NPD) projects from concept, formulation, testing to commercialization

Improve existing products by optimizing formulation, quality, stability, and cost

Conduct lab trials, pilot tests, and coordinate scale-up to mass production

Work closely with Production, QA/QC, and Marketing throughout the NPD process

Support sensory evaluation and consumer testing activities

Ensure products comply with food safety, quality standards, and regulatory requirements

Manage R&D project timelines, budget, and technical documentation

Lead, train, and develop the R&D team

Bachelor’s degree or above in Food Technology, Food Science, or related fields

Minimum 5–7 years of experience in food R&D, preferably in FMCG

At least 2–3 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role

Strong knowledge of industrial food processing and food safety standards (HACCP, ISO/FSSC 22000)

Experience in new product development and scale-up

Good project management and cross-functional collaboration skills

Good command of technical English