R&D Manager

3 giorni fa

Como, Lombardy, Italia Bolton Group Tempo pieno

Overview

In this R&D Manager role, you will drive product innovation and development to meet evolving consumer needs and unlock growth. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate briefs into feasible, high-quality products from concept to industrialization. You will also lead and develop a team, ensuring technical feasibility and regulatory compliance. This is a chance to shape new product categories within a global, sustainability-minded food company.

Retribuzione / Benefits

  • Meal vouchers worth 12 per day/canteen
  • Health insurance
  • Corporate welfare plan
  • Flexible smart working policy
  • Permanent contract
  • Full-time position

Responsabilità

  • Lead product innovation and development projects aligned with consumer trends and business opportunities
  • Identify and assess new technologies, ingredients, and solutions for future growth
  • Collaborate with Marketing, Quality, Operations and other functions to translate briefs into feasible solutions
  • Coordinate development activities from concept to industrialization, monitor progress, ensure quality and compliance
  • Manage and develop a direct report, set priorities and foster growth

Requisiti fondamentali

  • 5–10 years of R&D and product development experience in the food industry
  • Strong expertise in food product development and R&D processes
  • Solid understanding of food technologies, product quality, and regulatory requirements
  • Education as stated: Degree in Food Science and Technology, Food Engineering, Chemistry, Biotechnology or related field
  • Fluent in Italian and English
  • Analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Project management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Food product development expertise
  • R&D process knowledge
  • Regulatory compliance understanding