R&D Manager Jobs

Project Manager - R&D

The EU Product Change Management (PCM) department is part of the International C...

Location

Netherlands , Mijdrecht

Salary:

Not provided

SC Johnson

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree in Science, Engineering or Supply Chain preferred, or a related science supported by experience that demonstrates fit with the role
At least 2 years of progressive RD&E/GSC experience in the FMCG industry
Influence of teams either within a project or through special assignments
Has shown a solution-driven and strategic approach to deliver on commitments, showing adaptability and ability to deal with ambiguity
Able to effectively communicate new ideas, technical stories and approaches to different audiences in a clear and structured way
Demonstrate strong cross-functional skills including effective communication, financial acumen, integrated risk management, project management, quality & robustness, regulation & safety, scientific rigor and technical curiosity

Job Responsibility

Develop and manage a detailed project schedule to meet launch commitments in each country defined in the project scope
Manage the project scope and coordinate cross-functional conversation if any changes occur during the project execution
Lead project kick-off and regular meetings with subject matter experts, identifying project risks and developing the relevant mitigation plans to achieve project objectives
Guarantee the SCJ processes are followed and lead communication with relevant Stakeholders or Sponsors in case of escalations, process deviations or scope changes
Participate in, Identify and occasionally Lead improvement initiatives within project management tools and processes
Track project progress against deliverables & milestones, issue project status reports, and provide synthesized summaries to support communication to Stakeholders & Sponsors
Maintain Project Documentation (Data in Project Tracking tool, MS Project Timeline, Stage Gate documents & templates, Risk register, Close Out Report, etc.)
Ensure the processes within the region are followed (E2E process, Regional Project Approval, Stage Gate, Technical Reviews, etc.)
Be an RD&E representative for a specific category of products working with regional business partners while being a consulting expert with ICB RD&E category counterparts on the regional spécificatives to influence portfolio decisions, as well as timing and execution of regional projects and global rollo-uts
Within the category, develop expertise on specific product forms

What we offer

We offer an attractive annual salary (including 13th month installment and holiday allowance)
Participation in the SC Johnson bonus plan
Participation in our pension plan
Participation in our cafeteria system
Opportunity to benefit from our health insurance package with VGZ
Excellent opportunity for career development and progression, a highly collaborative work environment and an autonomous and flexible working culture where you will be able to add value and be recognized and rewarded

Fulltime

Manager, R&D Claim Enquiry & Resolution

This is a critical, high-impact role responsible for safeguarding the claims of ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

EmpowerRD

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience (3+ years) in UK R&D Tax Relief, with significant exposure to managing and successfully resolving HMRC enquiries or compliance checks
Strong technical understanding of R&D tax legislation (including SME and RDEC schemes) and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) guidelines on R&D for tax purposes
Demonstrable experience in managing complex projects or a high-volume case portfolio simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, specifically the ability to articulate complex technical and financial concepts to both HMRC and non-tax professionals
Strong commercial acumen and a pragmatic approach to dispute resolution

Job Responsibility

Manage the end-to-end portfolio of all active HMRC R&D tax credit enquiries, ensuring all statutory deadlines and internal SLAs are met
Develop, implement, and execute robust enquiry defence strategies for complex claims, focusing on technical and financial justifications in line with UK R&D legislation (CTA 2009/HMRC Guidelines)
Own and lead direct written and verbal correspondence and negotiations with HMRC caseworkers (ISBC/WMBC/Large Business Compliance Teams) to achieve timely and favourable closure notices
Review and quality-assure all documentation and supporting evidence (technical narratives, project costing, payroll, contracts) provided to HMRC to ensure it is clear, comprehensive, and addresses specific compliance risks
Manage and cultivate a flexible bank of external expert contractors (e.g., specialist engineers, sector-specific consultants, legal counsel) who can provide specialised technical evidence and support during enquiries
Define scopes of work, manage budgets, and oversee the output of all third-party experts to ensure their contribution aligns with the overall resolution strategy
Lead the internal feedback loop by analysing trends, common errors, HMRC concerns, and legislative risks identified during enquiries
Develop and deliver training sessions to the Claim Delivery and Sales teams, embedding new learnings and best practices back into our claims process and technology product
Proactively refine and update internal methodology and technical guidance to mitigate future enquiry risk and ensure all new claims are resilient and compliant
Support in reviewing technical narratives of ongoing claims to align with enquiry learnings

What we offer

Competitive salary
generous holiday allowance
pension contribution
private healthcare
a commitment to continuous professional development

Fulltime

New

R&D Manager, Product Development

The Manager, Product Development is responsible for executing and managing new p...

Location

United States , Ontario, California

Salary:

110000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Year

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong foundation in food chemistry, microbiology, and/or process engineering
Advanced expertise in research methodologies, statistical analysis, and experimental design
Extensive experience in the full cycle of food product development, from recipe formulation and ingredient selection to factory-scale commercialization
Culinary experience is an asset, with proven success in formulating and developing recipes, and managing products from benchtop to commercial launch
Skilled in assessing team members' capabilities and fostering opportunities for growth and development
Proven project management experience, with the ability to set priorities and drive multiple projects to successful outcomes
Willingness to travel, with flexibility to accommodate up to 25% travel annually, based on business and project needs

Job Responsibility

Execute and manage new product development, continuous quality improvement, production transfers, profit enhancement, and technology development within the assigned product category, from benchtop to manufacturing scale-up
Execute the development of new products while continuously enhancing quality to meet company and customer specifications
Collaborate with and advise sales, marketing, and customer service representatives on new product requirements and specifications, target product quality, and resolution of customer complaints
Manage various aspects of product development, including cost analysis, packaging design, photo shoots, and other R&D initiatives
Create new and improved product samples for internal testing and provide prototypes to potential clients
Conduct product testing in the test kitchen, develop specific processing methods in the laboratory, and finalize them through Commercial Production (CP) tests in the production facility
Develop and implement monitoring methods and procedures for projects, including preparing records for expenditures, research findings, progress reports, and staff meetings to keep management informed of project status
Follow the New Product Introduction (NPI) process, developing recipes, production control sheets, and procedures for approval during product assessments
Support the presentation of new products and technologies to customers by providing technical assistance as requested by the marketing department
Cultivate and maintain relationships with vendors and customers, understanding their needs and identifying opportunities for growth, innovation, and improvement

What we offer

annual bonus

Fulltime

Technical Program Manager, R&D

Technical Program Managers at Formlabs are project managers who usher new techno...

Location

China , Shenzhen

Salary:

Not provided

Formlabs GmbH

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Deep understanding of the hardware product design life cycle & problem solving processes, with the ability to apply technical knowledge to drive decision making, including trade-off discussions and program strategy
Are business minded and can break down program decisions in terms of dollars
Are passionate about constantly striving to improve schedule and project efficiency
Have the ability to work cross-functionally between product, engineering, production, and supply chain personnel. Have experience communicating upwards to senior management, while simultaneously managing high output from individual contributors
Demonstrated experience creating and implementing program management tools for communication, scheduling, risk management, resource planning, cost tracking, and production planning, etc.
Have outstanding verbal and written communication skills
B.S. degree or higher in an engineering or science discipline

Job Responsibility

Ship the best product as fast as possible
Manage the strategy, overall planning, execution and delivery of technically complex products from concept through production
Be the interface between the HQ team, the local China team, and vendors to drive progress and ensure all parties are informed about decisions
Own the program budget, including specific staffing plans. Be responsible and accountable for every dollar spent on a given project
Create and maintain product cost models throughout the product development process, and be responsible for end product cost hitting targets
Act as the key link between the program team and key stakeholders, including frequent reporting to company leadership
Use disciplined project management methodology to define scope, develop program plans that deliver the program within cost and schedule
Monitor projects on an ongoing basis, evaluate progress/quality, and manage issue resolution. Communicate status, issues, and key risks to product stakeholders and senior management

What we offer

An inclusive office with diverse and inspiring colleagues
Shares in the company (we’re a Unicorn company)
Unlimited 3D prints
Fun team events

R&D Manager

The R&D Manager will lead local end-to-end Product Development activities across...

Location

United States , Jeffersonville, Indiana

Salary:

Not provided

1440 Foods Manufacturing

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food/Chemical Engineering, or equivalent required
Advanced degree preferred
8+ years of experience in Food/Beverage Consumer Packaged Goods industry
At least 4 years of experience managing teams through the entire product development cycle
Experience in Dairy and/or Nutritional products preferred
Active knowledge and experience in planning and conducting sensory evaluations
Experience working with nutritional software, technical and quality systems
Experience with Excel, ESHA Genesis, project management software, and/or Trace Gains preferred
Strategic technical mindset
Operates effectively in a matrixed environment

Job Responsibility

Lead local end-to-end Product Development activities across nutritional bars and powdered beverage portfolio
Plan and execute product development activities (innovation, cost-reduction, business continuity, efficiencies)
Lead R&D team through entire product development cycle from benchtop to commercial production
Ensure initiatives meet product development brief (technical requirements, cost, operational feasibility)
Drive data- and scientific-driven product development process
Lead team in addressing technical challenges (ingredient scouting, formulation, process scale-up)
Oversee planning and execution of benchtop, pilot, and full-scale plant production
Establish and execute best R&D practices (lab management, agile development, rapid prototyping)
Manage multiple concurrent projects, prioritize tasks, allocate resources
Act as role model for effective teamwork, build relationships with internal and external partners

Fulltime

Project Manager, R&D

Being an Engineer at Baxter means you play a critical role in helping us achieve...

Location

Malta , Marsa

Salary:

Not provided

Baxter

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Business acumen
Competent application of Vital Behaviors and Leadership Essentials
Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Laboratory or Clinical Practices and Product Development Process requirements
Demonstrated competencies in all aspects of project management
Ability to develop others
PMI or IPMA or equivalent certification desired

Job Responsibility

Accountable for core team performance, project schedule and execution, budget commitments and spend
Leads team in defining project strategies, developing goals, and ensures project scope is defined and controlled
Continuously interacts with all functions and levels of management ensuring effective ongoing communications across teams and stakeholders
Ensures identification and communication of project risks, development of risk plan and leads core team in the proactive management of risk response strategies
Anticipates potential conflict situations for proactive solutions and manages conflict situations to result in win-win outcomes
Leads core team to identify and implement continuous improvement

What we offer

Support for Parents
Continuing Education/ Professional Development
Employee Heath & Well-Being Benefits
Paid Time Off
2 Days a Year to Volunteer

Project Manager, R&D

Being an Engineer at Baxter means you play a critical role in helping us achieve...

Location

Malta , Marsa

Salary:

Not provided

Baxter

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Business acumen
Competent application of Vital Behaviors and Leadership Essentials
Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Laboratory or Clinical Practices and Product Development Process requirements
Demonstrated competencies in all aspects of project management
Ability to develop others
PMI or IPMA or equivalent certification desired

Job Responsibility

Accountable for core team performance, project schedule and execution, budget commitments and spend
Leads team in defining project strategies, developing goals, and ensures project scope is defined and controlled
Continuously interacts with all functions and levels of management ensuring effective ongoing communications across teams and stakeholders
Ensures identification and communication of project risks, development of risk plan and leads core team in the proactive management of risk response strategies
Anticipates potential conflict situations for proactive solutions and manages conflict situations to result in win-win outcomes
Leads core team to identify and implement continuous improvement

What we offer

Support for Parents
Continuing Education/Professional Development
Employee Health & Well-Being Benefits
Paid Time Off
2 Days a Year to Volunteer

Fulltime

New

R&D Tax Senior Manager

As a Senior Manager at Azets, you will have the ability and motivation needed to...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

Not provided

ACCA

Expiration Date

January 10, 2026

Requirements

CTA/ACA/ACCA/CA (or equivalent) qualified
Exposure to multiple sectors would be a distinct advantage
Strong corporate tax background developed in an accountancy environment
Significant provable experience in R&D claims
Excellent technical knowledge and the ability to carry out research into complex areas of tax legislation

Job Responsibility

Manage your own portfolio and assist in the running of your section and have an input to workflow planning
Consistently bring opportunities and work to the Group
Deliver revenue and profitability targets
Foster enduring client relationships
Develop and inspire our smarter people plan
Prepare R&D reports for submission to HMRC and deliver R&D tax client services to a high standard
Demonstrate a collaborative approach and be able to demonstrate an awareness of technical risk through well supported research
Aim to increase your client base through an organised approach to business development e.g. networking, client recommendation requests, and developing referrer base
Confident in delivering technical advice and support to colleagues in relation to innovation incentives and tax planning for innovative companies

What we offer

Hybrid & flexible working
Birthday leave
Professional subscription

R&D Manager

Randstad

Location:
Greece, Attica

Category:
Research and Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 20, 2025

Expiration:
December 30, 2025

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