Exclusively partnered with a Global Leading Savory Ingredients Producer who is on the search for a Head of R&D.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
* Define and drive the R&D strategy in alignment with company growth objectives and customer requirements.
* Translate market trends and scientific advancements into commercially viable ingredient solutions.
* Scout and evaluate new technologies, raw materials, and collaborations
* Inspire, lead, and develop a multidisciplinary R&D team including food technologists, scientists, and application specialists.
Project Management, Product Innovation & Development
* Lead global projects & the development of new ingredients, formulations, and process optimisations from concept through scale-up to commercialization.
* Ensure technical excellence and product quality in line with regulatory standards and customer expectations.
* Oversee prototype creation, application testing, and performance validation for various end-use industries.
Regulatory & Quality Assurance & Operational Excellence
* Ensure R&D compliance with all relevant food safety, quality, and regulatory standards
* Contribute to intellectual property strategy and patent protection
* Manage the R&D budget, resources, and timelines efficiently.
* Drive operational excellence in laboratory practices, process development, and pilot plant activities.
Your Profile:
* Technological education - MSc in Food Technology or relevant area
* 5+ years of progressive experience in R&D, with experience in leadership position within the food ingredients or food manufacturing sector.
* Proven track record of successfully bringing new ingredients or formulations to market.
* Strong knowledge of food ingredient functionality, formulation, and process development.
* Fluent in German and English.
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