Part B: Responsibilities and Duties Take charge of the product development cycle (end to end) activities including branding concept development, feasibility analysis, scope definition, cost estimating, specification and drawing development, prototype evaluation, productrisk/hazard review, vendorevaluation, resource allocation, development of manufacturing options, transition and pre-commercialization testing, and implementation of technical solutions across relevant technical platforms (e.g. blends, flavours, etc) Provide technical productknowledge and supportnew blends, processes, vendors, and trade suppliers to product completion and document / research reports etc. Drive continuous process improvement through the ability to recognize unnecessary complexities and process gaps, and proactively drive implementation of strategies to execute effective solutions. Communicatewith business unitsin identify objectives, requirements and formulate options Monitor and oversee timelines for all projects by proper documenting and maintaining records on progression stages, phases of projects and their timeline to completion and delivering of finished products Provide technical advisory and consultancy on technology roadmap and product strategies Contribute and implement R&D programs, policies, and procedures required to support profitable growth and innovation programs. Partner closely with internal and external stakeholders (regulatory, IP, operations, marketing, sales, customers, vendors etc.) to ensure development programs meet regulatory and customer requirements. Provide updates to senior management team of design/development progress and issues. Develop department budgetestimates for teamheadcount, discretionary and consultants. Resource the delivery of the Innovation and Sustaining portfolios aligned with Companystrategy and assure the technical robustness of that work product. Lead and execute continuous improvement in department processes and procedures to increase organizational performance and velocity of development while assuring products of the highest performance and quality standards. Drive a cultureof commitments and technical excellence across all R&D& innovation activities. Partner and buildrelationships with crossfunctional leaders. Participatein and/or assignappropriate resources for business development activities. Demonstratecontinuous improvement mindset with overview and analytical capabilities. Any other ad-hoctasks by assigned by the SeniorManagement Part C: Qualifications & Requirements (Education, Experience, Skills, Knowledge, Etc) Master/Bachelor&aposs Degree in Chemical/Industrial, Engineering, Supply Chain, Food Science, Material Science or related discipline At least 6-10 years of related experience in product and/or process development in taste related FMCG industry Knowledge across the whole process of developing products from the conceptual phase to implementation and production Beneficial to understand the roles of Marketing, brands, regulatory approval, production, and launch/business understanding within the entire product lifecycle value chain as it applies to FMCG products Part D: Specific Requirements (Mandatory for the role)(not the samewith Part C) Demonstratesproven track recordof management, Technical, Product and Process Expertise, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Knowledge of Sensory evaluation principles, interpretation of results and application opportunities Able to translate technical expertise within own area to alternative applications Proficientin Microsoft Officeapplications, knowledge as end userin ERP/SAP and ability to learn application specific software for Product Data Management (PDM). GMP etc is a plus. Able to drivecollaborative efforts cross-functionally withexcellent project management, time management, team collaboration, and organizational skills Able to workand thrive in an environment of uncertainty and quickly adaptto change Prior experience withconsumer product development within a regulated environment (food, tobacco, medicines, etc) Excellent level of liaison skillsand ability to meet deadlines and targets. Good team-work skillsactively involve colleagues across the business, builds the benefits of collaborative working. High sense of proactivity, an innovative thinker, ability to provides speedy solutions and hands on. Ambitious and resultsoriented Willing and able to travel and relocate if required Part E: Others(if any) Working Location: Singapore, headquarters 5 working daysper week Remunerationcommensurate with relevant working experience andsimilar trade / knowledge Leave, medical, Dentalbenefits, and Groupinsurance. Flexible Working TimePolicy Show more Show less