R&D manager - Yishun

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced and innovative R&D Manager to lead our product development and innovation initiatives. You will oversee the entire R&D process—from idea generation and prototyping to product launch—while ensuring alignment with market trends, business goals, and regulatory standards.

As an R&D Manager, you’ll manage a team of technologists and collaborate closely with marketing, production, procurement, and quality teams to create consumer-focused, scalable, and cost-effective food and beverage products.

• Lead and manage the R&D team in the development of new food and beverage products, from concept to commercialization
• Improve existing formulations to enhance quality, cost-efficiency, shelf life, and sustainability
• Identify and analyze food trends, customer insights, and competitor products to drive innovation
• Oversee product testing, shelf-life studies, sensory evaluations, and pilot trials
• Ensure all R&D activities comply with food safety, labeling, and regulatory standards (e.g., HACCP, SFA, ISO, FSSC)
• Collaborate with production and procurement teams to scale up new products efficiently
• Manage R&D documentation, including formulations, SOPs, and trial reports
• Monitor project timelines, resource allocation, and budgets for R&D activities
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, labs, and research institutions
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the R&D team

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in food product development or R&D, with at least 2 years in a managerial role
• Proven track record of successful product launches or innovations in food and beverage
• Strong knowledge of food processing, ingredient functionality, and regulatory requirements
• Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills
• Hands-on experience with lab testing, pilot trials, and production scale-ups
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment