Sr. Research & Development Manager

Summary:

Senior R&D Manager will manage the research and development process responsible for development and improvement of products, including laboratory analysis and evaluation of new and current ingredients and products, as well as performing any and all laboratory testing and analysis on new or innovative ingredients and products. This person will oversee and conduct benchtop, scale up, and all other testing associated with new and innovative ingredients and products, as well as manage daily production formulas to ensure up to date ingredient analysis. This role will provide cross-functional support for Operations and Quality as a technical subject matter expert. As the sub-unit lead you will manage the R&D technicians, oversee and develop SOPs, and serve as the back up to the Director of R&D when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement research and development strategies and initiatives.
• Oversee the research and development team, providing guidance, support and growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, marketing, sales and innovation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and safety standards.
• Monitor, research and analyze industry trends to identify new ingredients and product opportunities.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies, methodologies, and techniques into the research and development processes.
• Prepare and present reports on project concepts, progress and outcomes.
• Foster a culture based on company values, creativity, collaboration and continued growth and learning.
• All other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a scientific field, such as animal science, food science, microbiology or related fields.
• 5+ years of experience in product development pipeline, managing and overseeing research methods to improve and develop products, overseeing projects from design to execution, and working cross functionally with marketing.
• 3+ years' experience in managing a technical team.
• Skilled in cross-functional collaboration with production, R&D, supply chain, and regulatory teams
• Experience working with FDA, USDA, FSMA, AAFCO, and/or GFSI regulatory frameworks.
• Human or animal food / feed product development required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Ability to work in a high energy, fast-paced, high-pressure manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated analytic, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
• Travel required in this position: 0-10%.

The pay range for this role considers a wide range of factors including but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, geographical location, and other organizational needs.

The estimated pay range for this role is $106,913 Min to $160,369 Max per year.

Additionally, you will be eligible to participate in a bonus incentive program associated with this specific role.