Research and Development Manager

Research & Development Manager

Our client, a leading and innovative player within the FMCG / food manufacturing sector, is seeking a dynamic Research & Development Manager to take ownership of product innovation and drive the development of market-leading products. This is an exciting opportunity, based in Midrand for a technically strong, commercially minded professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-quality manufacturing environment and is passionate about bringing new products to life and continuously improving existing offerings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Take full ownership of the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from concept through to commercialization
• Drive innovation by developing new products, formulations, and improvements to existing product ranges
• Conduct detailed research, testing, and analysis to support product development and optimization
• Oversee shelf-life testing, product vali...