Role description We are seeking a results-driven and innovation-focused R&D Lean Manager to lead continuous improvement initiatives within our R&D organization. You will integrate lean principles into R&D workflows to enhance efficiency, accelerate innovation, reduce waste, and improve cross-functional collaboration. R&D Lean Manager (m/f/d)Ist Ihr Lebenslauf fertig? Festanstellung, Vollzeit · Reinbek Lean Strategy & Implementation: Develop and lead the implementation of lean methodologies (e.g., Process Documentation & Improvement: Lead the documentation and training of all R&D process in our SOPs and WayofWorkings and identify, analyze, and execute improvement initiatives in flavour formulation, application, and sample management. KPI-Management: Project Management: Manage or support key R&D projects with a focus on lean execution, resource optimization, and risk management. Innovation Support: Enable faster innovation cycles and scalable flavour development by refining processes, lab operations, and project workflows. Bachelor's or Master's degree in technical (Food/Chemistry, Engineering) or business discipline 3+ years of experience in R&D, preferably within the flavour, food, beverage, or ingredients industry. Proven experience applying lean principles in R&D or innovation environments Strong understanding of product development cycles, especially in a flavour or food tech context. Experience with agile work and modern documentation tools (Confluence) Comfortable with data-driven decision-making and project management tools (e.g., Exciting tasks in an internationally operating, growing family business with flat hierarchies Flexible working hours and home office options 4 weeks remote work from other EU countries 30 days paid vacation per year Salary bands for a fair corporate culture Monthly allowance of €50 for your BAV Annual 360° feedback loops with clear promotion criteria and an individual career path Responsibility from day one in a company that encourages personal responsibility and growth Relocation costs can be reimbursed on a pro rata basis Regular company events such as summer party, Christmas party Paid team dinners or activities for each team twice a year Free parking right outside the door Perks and benefits: JobRad, subsidized lunch, subsidy for the Deutschlandticket, free language courses and discounted memberships at several gyms and for the Wellpass Fresh fruit, free drinks and snacks in the office