R&D Innovation Manager

2 months ago

Shanghai, Shanghai, China PepsiCo Full time
About the Role

This is a newly created position for PepsiCo's APAC region, responsible for delivering seasoning innovation importance to Indonesia and Vietnam Snack markets and driving design to value for both Asia markets as well. This role aligns with the company's increased diligence on Global R&D requirements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Seasoning Design and Innovation

Deliver seasoning design per aligned 'Product Design Brief' for flavor innovation:

  • Convert consumer learning / insight or iCrave mapping into clear flavor brief & liaison with selected suppliers;
  • Lead sample evaluation with PD, sensory & marketing counterparts & finalize design in time per aligned agenda;
  • Engage supplier to deliver required documents per timeline;
  • Lead seasoning functionality to sign off to Operations;
Whole Flavor Solution Design

Assist in the design of whole flavor solutions for breakthrough projects.

Seasoning Functionality Rectification

Rectify seasoning functionality issues with suppliers.

Process Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve the seasoning development process to be more effective and higher quality.

Documentation Management

Assist the technical dossier owner in maintaining the well-being of seasoning documentation.

Supplier Management

Build a strong network with the global seasoning team and manage a robust and sustainable win-win relationship with all core seasoning suppliers.

Requirements
  • Education

Minimum bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or Culinary, with a master's degree preferred.

Culture and Language

Asia cuisine knowledge is preferred, and English is a must (upper-intermediate).

Personal Qualities

Good interpersonal skills, self-motivated, quick learner, logical thinker, and able to discriminate and articulate aroma and flavor notes.

Experience

Previous experience in a role selecting flavors or fragrance for a successful consumer product is required, and having managed suppliers in a frank and fair way is a must.

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