R&D Manager - Baking Goods

CSG Talent are working with an exciting private equity backed desserts manufacturer who are recruiting a newly created R&D Manager position to play a key role in new product development efforts to work in line with strategic growth plans of the business.

You will play a key role in formulation of future innovative products for the business that will play a key role in achieving growth plans. The business is well-financed with an excellent culture across all sites.

Responsibilities (non-exhaustive list)

• Research, formulation and development of new products
• Design and development of ingredient and product specifications (making recommendations around packaging)
• Develop test / trial / FPR plans and support the on-floor test, trial and production runs.
• Construct proof of concept samples for new desserts in demonstration of product proposals
• Manage ingredient functionality and recipe formulation within processing parameters
• Prepare and present samples and specifications for customer presentation and sign off.
• Improve product quality through on-going review of formulation and process parameters.
• Develop analytic methods and control techniques for ingredient, raw material and finished goods.

Requirements:

• Proven track record relating to new product developments within a baked goods setting (pastry, desserts, cakes etc)
• Ability to mentor others & work as part of a high performing team
• End to end experience from ideation through to commercialization alongside knowledge of manufacturing
• Degree in Food Science / Food Engineering with a strong functional Baking Science background
• Experience in baking, pastry arts, R+D and Food / Baking Science

If you are interested in this excellent opportunity, please reach out to Harry Barker at CSG Talent for more details or click apply!

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