The Director, R&D Commercialization will lead and manage R&D projects associated with commercializing new products and product platforms within our organization
Job Summary
The Director, R&D Commercialization will lead and manage R&D projects associated with commercializing new products and product platforms within our organization.
This role is critical in driving the company’s innovation pipeline and ensuring the successful market launch of new products.
Little Caesars is a company where our colleagues make an impact and invests in its future by investing in you.
Matching Summary
The Director, R&D Commercialization will lead and manage R&D projects associated with commercializing new products and product platforms within our organization.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
R&D project management
Product commercialization strategies
Cross-functional collaboration
Supplier relationship management
Quality and regulatory compliance
Team leadership and mentoring
Food ingredient scaling and validation
Nice-to-have
Experience with international product launches
Knowledge of global market dynamics
Expertise in project management software
Ability to motivate teams
Passion for food science and innovation
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Self-starter with documentation skills
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in food technology or related field
7–10 years experience in R&D and team management
Experience in quality assurance highly valued
Background in QSR sector preferred
Proven track record in ingredient commercialization
Ability to travel 30-40% domestic and international