Kinder’s is seeking a Senior Manager of Research & Development to lead the product development process, focusing on innovation and quality in food products. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in food product development and a strong leadership background
Job Summary
The Senior Manager, Research & Development will be responsible for leading the development and execution of new and improved products across retail, club, and foodservice channels.
This role will drive product formulation, process development, and innovation from concept through commercialization, ensuring every product meets Kinder’s high standards for taste, quality, and scalability.
Partner closely with Operations, Marketing, Culinary, and Supply Chain to translate consumer insights into technically feasible, scalable, and commercially viable products.
Matching Summary
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Kinder’s is seeking a Senior Manager of Research & Development to lead the product development process, focusing on innovation and quality in food products. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in food product development and a strong leadership background.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
end-to-end product development
formulation and process development
pilot plant trials and scale-up
cross-functional collaboration
regulatory and quality alignment
Nice-to-have
flavor-obsessed people
adventurous and fearless crew
smart-and-scrappy approach
Key Requirements
10+ years of experience in food product development
3+ years in a people or project leadership role
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field
Sauces, seasonings, or condiments experience preferred