Research and Development Manager
2 months ago
Victoria Newitt Recruitment Inc has been retained by our natural, sustainable food client to search for a Research and Development Manager. The R&D Manager will be responsible for working with cross-functional teams to innovate and develop new and existing products and processes across our client's range that support strategic objectives and growth.
Key Responsibilities:- Plan, prioritize, and deliver a portfolio of product innovation and renovation projects to support overall company strategy and growth.
- Execute product and/or process development projects to ensure business objectives are delivered on target cost.
- Work with other functional departments to identify, evaluate, and prioritize product development projects and opportunities.
- Build effective processes and relationships to be an effective Innovation and Development team.
- Conduct and develop prototypes from laboratory to evaluation in production.
- Perform ongoing sensory evaluation and shelf life study on new and existing products.
- Help develop and assist with improvement programs to ensure we continuously strive to improve our product quality and design, and manufacturing processes.
- Exhibit innovation in discovery, advancement, evaluation, and implementation of new proprietary technologies, products, and processes to meet company strategic goals.
- Develop and review 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 product, functional claims, ingredient strategies, stability systems, process development, and packaging format.
- Understand current CFIA/FDA labelling regulations. 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 fill for new applications.
- Prepare yearly SRED and other reports as needed.
- Actively participate and collaborate with other departments (operations, marketing, regulatory, finance, sales) to advance product development initiatives and achieve desired business results.
- This position requires some level of travel and schedule flexibility.
- Master's Food Science degree or a Food Technology diploma required.
- 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 pro-active 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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