R&d Manager

1 day ago

Shah Alam, Malaysia Puteri APS Manja Sdn Bhd Full time

**Job Purpose**:
To lead research and development initiatives for new product development, existing product improvement, recipe optimization and innovation projects while ensuring technical feasibility, market viability, profitability and regulatory compliance of all R&D activities.

**Roles & Responsibilities**:

- Lead new product development projects from concept to commercialization.
- Conduct market research and analyze consumer trends in sauce and condiment categories.
- Develop new recipes and formulations for chili sauces and ketchup varieties.
- Optimize existing product formulations for cost reduction and quality improvement.
- Conduct sensory evaluations and consumer testing for product development.
- Collaborate with Production Manager to scale up recipes from lab to production.
- Work with QA/QC Manager to establish specifications for new products.
- Manage pilot plant operations and conduct production trials.
- Evaluate new ingredients, suppliers, and processing technologies.
- Support marketing team with technical information and product positioning.
- Conduct competitive product analysis and benchmarking studies.
- Develop product documentation including specifications, process parameters, and quality standards.
- Manage R&D budget and prioritize development projects based on business objectives.
- Support regulatory compliance for new product launches.
- Mentor executive or junior R&D staff and coordinate external research partnerships.

**Requirements**:

- Master's degree or Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 7-10 years’ experience in food product development, preferably in sauces/condiments.
- Strong knowledge of food chemistry, flavor development, and processing technologies.
- Experience with sensory evaluation techniques and consumer research methods.
- Understanding of food regulations, labelling requirements, and nutritional analysis.
- Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Creative thinking and innovation capabilities.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Leadership and team management experience.
- Understanding of cost analysis and product profitability.
- Knowledge of packaging materials and their interaction with food products.
- Familiarity with scale-up principles from laboratory to commercial production.

Pay: RM1,700.00 - RM7,104.59 per month

**Benefits**:

- Opportunities for promotion
- Professional development

**Experience**:

- food product development: 7 years (required)
- sensory evaluation techniques: 1 year (required)
- consumer research method: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

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