Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar Jobs Join a Company that is investing in a new innovation capability. Take ownership of building the company's R&D organization. About Our Client Our client is an international consumer goods company with a strong presence in the US market. The business works closely with manufacturing partners in Asia and is expanding its product innovation capabilities by establishing an R&D team in Shanghai to support future growth and long-term innovation. Job Description * Serve as the technical head for China-based product development and innovation projects.* Build, develop, and lead the local R&D team, including capability planning, hiring, coaching, and performance management.* Develop new formulations and improve existing products to meet consumer, quality, cost, and regulatory requirements.* Drive product development from concept through commercialization, including laboratory development, pilot trials, scale-up, and production launch.* Work closely with contract manufacturers on formulation, process development, troubleshooting, and technology transfer activities.* Identify new ingredients, technologies, and manufacturing approaches to support innovation objectives.* Partner with global stakeholders across marketing, commercial, operations, quality, and supply chain functions to deliver projects successfully.* Establish R&D processes, documentation standards, and technical practices.* Provide technical guidance on ingredient functionality, product quality, shelf life, and manufacturing performance.* Support continuous improvement initiatives related to product quality, productivity, and cost optimization. The Successful Applicant * Bachelor's degree or above in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline.* 8+ years of R&D experience in confectionery with experience in Gummies, Extruded Candy, Panned Candy and Chews.* Strong hands-on experience in formulation development and commercialization of confectionery products.* Experience working with external manufacturers, contract manufacturing partners, or OEM/ODM production models.* Demonstrated people management experience, with the ability to build and develop teams.* Strong project management skills with a track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously.* Solid understanding of ingredient functionality, food processing, quality systems, and regulatory requirements.* Effective communication and stakeholder management skills in cross-functional and international environments.* Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken. What's on Offer Competitive salary. Contact Chris Qu Quote job ref JN-102026-7137336 Phone number +86 21 6035 3502 Job summary Function Engineering & Manufacturing Specialisation Engineering Design, R&D and NPI What is your area of specialisation? FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) Location Shanghai Contract type Permanent Consultant name Chris Qu Consultant phone +86 21 6035 3502 Job Reference JN-102026-7137336
