Research and Development Manager
1 week ago
Victoria Newitt Recruitment Inc is seeking a highly skilled Research and Development Manager to join our team. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for driving innovation and product development across our range of natural, sustainable food products.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and implement product innovation and renovation projects to support our company's strategic objectives and growth.
- Lead cross-functional teams to execute product and process development projects, ensuring business objectives are delivered on target cost.
- Collaborate with other departments to identify, evaluate, and prioritize product development projects and opportunities.
- Build effective relationships and processes to drive innovation and development within the team.
- Conduct sensory evaluation and shelf life studies on new and existing products.
- Develop and implement cost reduction strategies on new and existing products.
- Conduct competitive benchmarking, technology reviews, and intellectual property searches.
- Develop and implement cost reduction strategies on new and existing products.
- Assist management in establishing critical design parameters for products, functional claims, ingredient strategies, stability systems, process development, and packaging formats.
- Stay up-to-date with current CFIA/FDA labeling regulations and notify management of any changes or issues.
- Work with government bodies, such as CFIA, and other health professionals as required.
- Understand Organic regulations and Non-GMO requirements and maintain certificates and files for new applications.
- Prepare yearly SRED and other reports as needed.
- Collaborate with other departments to advance product development initiatives and achieve desired business results.
- Master's degree in Food Science or a Food Technology diploma.
- 7+ years' experience in research and development, with a focus on product development.
- Strong ability to plan, develop, and implement team-based systems.
- Strong industrial research and analytical skills.
- Experience building relationships and working with external partners, including suppliers and co-packers.
- Strong understanding of trends, food science, ingredient functionality, product development, experimental design, process technology, and commercialization, across at least two product categories.
- Organized, flexible, quick thinker with a proactive attitude.
- Knowledge of food safety, GMP, HACCP, and work safety practices.
- Knowledge of Canadian Food Safety regulations and standards.
- Knowledge of Organic, Non-GMO, and Kosher certification standards and requirements.
- Advanced computer skills, including MS Excel and Word.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative, drive for alignment, and decisions, and contribute disruptive ideas.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to travel.
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