R&D Manager – Dairy Industry
Job Description
•Lead end-to-end development of new dairy and food products. •Hands-on experience with UHT, cream, cheese, yogurt, condiments, canned foods, UHT flavored milk, mayonnaise, tomato ketchup, sweetened condensed milk, and evaporated milk. •Oversee lab trials, pilot runs, and scale-up to commercial production. •Ensure compliance with HACCP, ISO, and Codex Alimentarius standards. •Collaborate with cross-functional teams — production, quality, procurement, and marketing — to ensure successful market launch. •Manage and mentor R&D staff to foster continuous innovation and knowledge sharing. •Maintain awareness of global market trends and implement product improvements. •Provide technical leadership for process optimization and cost efficiency.
Education & Experience
Education
Bachelor’s/Master’s in Food Technology, Dairy Science, or related discipline
Experience Level
8+ years in food and dairy product development • 8+ years of proven experience in food or dairy R&D. • Mandatory international exposure in food or dairy product development. • Strong knowledge of food technology, formulations, and shelf-life testing. • Deep understanding of regulatory and safety standards. • Excellent leadership and communication skills.
Additional Information
Suitable for senior R&D professionals with technical and leadership expertise in dairy and allied food product development, especially those with prior Africa or international project experience.