We are seeking a dynamic and strategically driven R&D leader to spearhead innovation, technical execution, and category development in Seasonings, Culinary products, and Flavours. This role involves leading end-to-end project execution, building strong technical capabilities, and collaborating across functions to drive business growth and innovation.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Innovation
• Spearhead the technical function to achieve Plant Lipids sales targets for Seasonings, Culinary products, and Flavours.
• Work in conjunction with Marketing, Commercial, and Innovation teams to execute projects and develop new concepts and propositions.
• Drive project vitality by ensuring effective execution and adoption of projects.
• Build and strengthen technical resources and infrastructure, including Food Technologists and Chefs, to improve speed and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Sales, Creation, and Consumer Insights teams to drive innovation.
• Provide technical guidance and capabilities to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop innovative concepts and present them to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Project Execution & Operations
• Ensure end-to-end execution of projects from customer brief to presentation and commercialization.
• Oversee smooth functioning of the Tropical Flavours R&D department.
• Develop new concepts in Seasonings and Culinary products.
• Team Leadership & Development
• Coach and mentor teams including Application Technologists, Chefs, Chemists, Flavorists, and Food Technologists.
• Build team capabilities in new applications, technologies, and infrastructure.
• Represent the organization in exhibitions and trade shows.

We Offer

• A dynamic and professional environment.
• A culture that values diversity, where people are at the heart of the company.
• Technical Competencies
• Strong product development skills.
• Good presentation and communication skills.
• Strong sensory evaluation skills.
• Behavioral Competencies
• Strong strategic mindset and analytical thinking.
• Passion for driving projects and innovation.
• Willingness to travel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, open-minded, and a good team player.
• Passion for food.

Qualifications & Experience

Graduate / Postgraduate / B-Tech in Science or Food Technology.

Minimum 8 years of experience in Seasonings and Flavours.