Head of Research and Development
A Large Food Processing Company seeks to fill the position of Head of Research and development.
Reporting to the General Manager and working closely with the heads of various departments.
Your duties and responsibilities will include:
A Large Food Processing Company seeks to fill the position of Head of Research and development.
Reporting to the General Manager and working closely with the heads of various departments.
Your duties and responsibilities will include:
- Responsible
for the development of new products, new formulation, and enhancement of
existing products.
- Understanding
and development of product samples based on customer feedback
- Responsibility
for the recommendation of new raw materials and additives to improve
product quality.
- Initiating
innovation, and oversee projects to conclusion.
- Management
and development of the research and development team.
- Maintenance
of all documentation as per the standards set by the company
Key Requirements and qualifications expected
- Possess
a University degree in food technology with sound practical/applied
knowledge in food science.
- Should
have a passion for research with awareness of the latest trends in Food
Manufacturing Technology.
- Should
have the ability to keep accurate records of work performed as well as
prepare and present regular reports to senior management.
- 4
to 5 years working in a similar role, within a food manufacturing
environment, with an awareness of market development.
- Knowledge
of business management or marketing will be an advantage
Fresh Produce Business Development Specialist
A Large food processing Company seeks to fill the position of a Fresh Produce Business Development Specialist.
Reporting to the General Manager and working closely with the heads of various departments.
Your duties and responsibilities will include:
A Large food processing Company seeks to fill the position of a Fresh Produce Business Development Specialist.
Reporting to the General Manager and working closely with the heads of various departments.
Your duties and responsibilities will include:
- Developing
the fresh produce markets for new and existing customers.
- Ensure
product development to customers’ requirement including packaging,
specifications and delivery schedules
- Developing
and managing the full supply chain including logistics
- Provide
leadership to a team of managers in various capacities of the fresh
produce chain in order to deliver the required products
- Lead
the development of any investment required to develop and grow the
business.
- Responsible
for optimal use of all resources as well as deliver results as per agreed
budgets.
The Person
We require a candidate with the following qualifications:
We require a candidate with the following qualifications:
- A
graduate from a recognized university preferably with a bias in agri
business management;
- Knowledge
and experience in fresh produce operations and marketing;
- Minimum
3-5 years experience in a similar role at a senior management level;
- Highly
developed team working, communication and interpersonal skills
Research and Development Assistants
A Large food processing Company seeks to fill the position of Research and Development Assistants.
Reporting to the Head of Research and development.
Your duties and responsibilities will include:
A Large food processing Company seeks to fill the position of Research and Development Assistants.
Reporting to the Head of Research and development.
Your duties and responsibilities will include:
- Product
profiling and development of a work plan.
- Relevant
research on products and their subsequent development.
- Acquiring
and analyzing samples of related products.
- Take
a lead in the actual production i.e. Product mapping and parameter
setting.
- Oversee
the trials and sample development.
Key Requirements and qualifications expected
- Possess
a University degree in food technology with good practical knowledge
- Should
have a passion for research
- Should
have the ability to prepare reports and keep accurate records of work performed.
- 2-3
years working in a similar role, within a food manufacturing environment,
with an awareness of market development.
Only candidates shortlisted for interviews shall be contacted.
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