Job Summary

This role entails managing the innovation portfolio across various technology groups, aligning with customer needs, and driving product development to exceed expectations. The Senior Manager will lead a team, evaluate the existing product portfolio, and contribute to the regional RD&I strategy to ensure excellence in research and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and execute active projects to meet strategic growth targets.
• Lead the innovation portfolio across technology groups, aligning with customer needs and driving product development.
• Evaluate the existing product portfolio, recommending enhancements for best-in-category products.
• Collaborate with regional and global stakeholders to select and prioritize projects that add value to the company’s customers.
• Allocate resources and track project progress relative to milestones and launch dates.
• Build and develop the RD&I team through hiring, coaching, and training, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Keep abreast of leading-edge science to drive efficiencies and effectiveness in new product solutions.
• Work closely with Supply Chain/Operations to support process improvements, business continuity, regulatory compliance, and productivity.
• Act as a technical lead for select key accounts, ensuring consistency in service quality.
• Contribute to the regional RD&I strategy and share a vision of excellence in R&D.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of work experience in RD&A leadership roles within the regulated food/ingredients industry.
• Experience in office, laboratories, and production/processing environments.
• Strong business performance management skills.
• Understanding of the current market and customers.
• Ability to build relationships and influence in a cross-functional environment.
• Decisiveness and ability to adapt to changing business situations.
• Up-to-date knowledge of key competitors and regional activities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for leading, motivating, and developing talent.

Competencies Required:

• Customer Focus
• Strategic Mindset
• Accountability
• Drive Results
• Collaboration
• Building Effective Teams
• Drives Vision and Purpose
• Instills Trust
• Demonstrates Self-awareness

This JD reflects a challenging yet rewarding opportunity for a seasoned professional to lead and drive innovation within our organization. If you possess the required qualifications and competencies and are ready to make a significant impact, we invite you to apply for this role.