Manager of Research and Development CPG Industry

4 days ago

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Jack Link's Protein Snacks Full time

Job Description

Based in Minneapolis, MN the Manager of Research and Development for Jack Links dual will play a key role in the development and execution of corporate Research and Development (R&D) initiatives including new meat based product innovation, brand maintenance projects, and product and process improvement and will be responsible to lead and mentor product developers. This position will play a major role in helping the company achieve its aggressive growth objectives through appropriate uses of meat science technology and innovation in new product development, packaging, quality control, and operations.

The responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:

Manage individual projects as assigned

Deliver key value-added R&D documents to the process of developing and improving products. This includes but is not limited to: Development notebook, R&D action plan, Product Cutting outcome form, PBED & PLM system entry
Support cross functional team providing timely updates and deliver R&D designated tasks
Manage relationships with suppliers, co-packers and manufacturers to develop innovative new to market and new to category products or ingredients
Participate in Consumer Insights activities to understand customers' and consumers' needs by providing prototypes that meet defined criteria to show
Partner with Sales and Marketing to understand the business and our customers by participating in competitive analysis

Delegate projects and coach direct reports to help them achieve their individual projects including, but not limited to, development of technical plans, identification and vetting of novel raw materials, coordinating plant trials, manage to cost targets, delivering on timelines, and ensuring cross-functional alignment through development including ensuring clarity on risks and implications.
Lead, coach, and engage with direct reports to support their development and delivery on their objectives
Utilize culinary passion, creativity, and leverage direct reports to lead and teach R&D team members about conceptualization and creation of product samples with dynamic new and on trend flavor profiles in conjunction with current projects

Support meat product innovation including but not limited to new flavors, process modifications that create new organoleptic characteristics, cost saving, or improved process
Creation, execution, and refinement of innovation process for new idea generation in close partnership with Marketing and Consumer Insights
Demonstrate curiosity via bringing new ideas and creative solutions
Attend major industry shows, as needed, to research new and innovative product launches and further industry knowledge via informational seminars

Support the PVE function = designate a member of your team that will allocate 25% of time to delivering annual PVE goals
Support delivery the R&D CPG strategy for the current year, and provide input for 3-year outlook this includes both product, team building, and culture
Champion quality awareness, delivery, and adherence
Self-motivated. Hands-on and results-oriented
Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary
Deliver on the Jack Links Values
Qualifications:
Qualifications

Required Education:

Bachelor's in Food Technology, Food Science,' Chemical Engineering, Meat Science or equivalent experience

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
5+ years of meat product R & D related experience in Consumer Products Goods (CPG), such as meat snacks. Experience in a senior technical or leadership role required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated experience articulating complex ideas clearly and concisely
Comfortable in a fast paced, changing environment
Understanding of experimental designs
Must be able to communicate effectively with various manufacturing and marketing functional groups
Must be flexible and able to work well in a team environment
Retail (CPG) product development experience
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with all levels of leadership and team members
Strong organizational and prioritization skills; able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Must demonstrate effective leadership, problem solving, presentation, and team member motivational skills
Proficient in Internet navigation, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

PREFERRED:
Master of Science in Food Technology, Meat Science, Food Science, or Chemical Engineering,
BA in Meat Science

JACK LINK'S CORE VALUES:

Company values: Be Real, Speed Matters, Stewardship, Relationship Driven, Self-Discipline, and Show Awesome Character.

Additional Information

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Jack Link's provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

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