R&D Manager (Food & Beverage) - Long An (shuttle bus from Ho Chi Minh City)

Lead the execution of R&D business strategies and annual operating plans (AOP/FC), ensuring alignment with market insights and company objectives.Drive the implementation of action plans, assign tasks, and manage cross-functional collaboration to deliver KPI results.Manage the end-to-end product development process for juices, IQF, and dried fruit products, including:New product ideation, formulation, and testing.Raw material evaluation and selection to meet quality standards.Prototype creation, sample preparation, and sensory testing.Validation of product quality during technology/equipment changes.Ensure smooth technology transfer and provide technical documentation to support production scale-up.Continuously improve product quality and optimize cost structures.Establish and validate product shelf life through appropriate testing.Supervise pilot trials and support new product launches on-site (1–2 times per product).Provide leadership and coaching to the R&D team; engage with customers and partners to ensure successful project execution.Perform other R&D tasks as assigned by the R&D Director. RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or related field.Minimum 5 years of experience in R&D leadership/management roles within the FMCG or F&B industry.Strong technical knowledge in fruit juice/beverage, puree, and dried fruit production.Familiarity with food safety regulations and compliance requirements.Understanding of production machinery and processes for relevant product categories.Skills: product specification development, raw material standards, and production process design.Leadership competencies: people development, decision-making, and problem-solving.Good command of English for communication.Ability to work under high pressure and tight deadlines.BenefitsSalary & Bonus: Competitive package, quarterly & annual KPI bonus, fixed 13th-month salary.Allowances: Daily lunch allowance, shuttle bus HCMC – Long An, free accommodation at Long An.Training & Development: Access to internal and cross-department training programs.Other

Annual company trips, team-building activities, festive bonuses.Trial period: 2 months. Ngành nghề: Thực phẩm & Đồ uống, Nông nghiệp, Công nghệ thực phẩm / Dinh dưỡng Kinh nghiệm: 4 Năm Cấp bậc: Quản lý Hình thức: Nhân viên chính thức Địa điểm: Hồ Chí Minh