R&D Manager Full-time Job

What's on the Menu:We are looking for R&D Manager to lead R&D team in Poland and manage end to end innovation projects pipeline in our factory in Pudliszki. Key ingredients:End to end responsibility for innovation pipeline and NPD project managementOverseeing the planning, execution, and completion of R&D projects, ensuring that timelines, budgets, and objectives are metLeading the development of new products or the enhancement of existing ones by fostering innovation and creative problem-solving within the team.Ensuring that R&D initiatives align with market trends, customer needs, and the company’s strategic goals including nutritional and functional propertiesCollaborating with product development teams to create prototypes, run trials, and optimize products before commercialization.Ensuring that all R&D activities comply with relevant industry regulations, quality standards, and safety protocols.Managing R&D department (6 Technologists)Recipe for Success: Apply if it sounds like you!University degreeStrong technical background focusing on ingredients, processes, quality management and technology opportunitiesPractical knowledge of change management and NPD processes execution from concept to launch as well as proven track of project management and developing food products – min 3 years of managerial experienceManaging technical staff (Technologists)Outstanding leadership skills with potential for further growthAbility to communicate with different departments and stakeholders (Marketing, Procurement, Sales, other R&D centers)Proactive and positive attitude, ability to work in dynamic and changing environmentFluent Polish & English