Manager Foodservice R&D

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Job Summary: Manages technical programs and resource requirements for major development activities. Makes technical recommendations to management used as a basis for business decisions. Directs the identification, research, development and implementation of cost efficiency opportunities and strategies in use, formulation, processing and manufacturing. Responsible to identify and explore new areas of technical opportunities. Responsible for subordinate recruitment, training, performance evaluation, feedback, and career development. Manage product innovation for Foodservice customers with great degree of coordination and communication with Foodservice Sales management. Responsibilities: Provide Technical leadership to key projects in support of business objectives. Manage 5 to 7 direct reports, (scientists, and technical staff) for Foodservice product development Achieve timely and efficient completion of objectives. Plan, execute and monitor approved product and process development Construct project work plans and timeline's in coordination with Operations Business Development Identify and coordinate manpower and physical resources. Responsible for the preparation of project proposals. Maintain state of the art expertise in food and keep abreast of food regulations. Communicate program related issues and status management. Select, train and motivate technical staff. Recommend training tools to improve employee performance and support specific skill development. Evaluate employee performance and recommend salary adjustments.