R&d Manager Pectin

Firmenich

Yantai, China
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Pectin chemistry expertise
Team leadership and coaching
Manufacturing process optimization
** The R&D Manager Pectin position at Firmenich in Yantai, China, seeks a leader to drive innovation in enzyme and food ingredient development. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in food hydrocolloids, strong leadership qualities, and the ability to collaborate across functions to enhance product performance and sustainability. **

Job Summary

  • The role leads the Yantai Pectin R&D team to drive progress in sustainable food solutions and shape the future of nutrition.
  • Candidates will translate customer needs into manufacturing capabilities while ensuring technical excellence and robustness across the full pectin production process.
  • The position offers unique career paths, a collaborative culture where every voice matters, and opportunities to work on science-led projects with a global impact.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The R&D Manager Pectin position at Firmenich in Yantai, China, seeks a leader to drive innovation in enzyme and food ingredient development. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in food hydrocolloids, strong leadership qualities, and the ability to collaborate across functions to enhance product performance and sustainability. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Pectin chemistry expertise
  • Team leadership and coaching
  • Manufacturing process optimization
  • Technology transfer execution
  • Root cause analysis skills

Nice-to-have

  • Statistical process control knowledge
  • Sustainability focus in R&D
  • Global collaboration experience
  • Customer-oriented mindset
  • Business acumen for commercial growth

Key Requirements

  • MSc or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or Food Science
  • 8+ years experience in pectin or food hydrocolloids
  • Proven people management and team leadership experience
  • Clear communication in Chinese and English

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