Senior Manager of R&D - Philadelphia
Apply NowCompany: Zentis North America LLC
Location: Philadelphia, PA 19120
Description:
About Zentis
Zentis is Europe's number one fruit processing company and one of the leading brand manufacturers of jams, sweets and custard-based dessert. The Company's North American operations are located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Plymouth, Indiana, where we produce fruit and dairy preparations for a variety of customers including yogurt, ice cream and bakery manufacturers.
Responsibilities:
This role leads innovation, commercialization, and process improvements while managing a high-performing team. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with proven people management skills.
Requirements:
Join Zentis to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and grow your career in a collaborative, high-performing environment.
Zentis is Europe's number one fruit processing company and one of the leading brand manufacturers of jams, sweets and custard-based dessert. The Company's North American operations are located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Plymouth, Indiana, where we produce fruit and dairy preparations for a variety of customers including yogurt, ice cream and bakery manufacturers.
- Growth Opportunity: Shape the future of R&D in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
- Industry Leader: Work with a trusted name in the food industry known for quality and innovation.
Responsibilities:
This role leads innovation, commercialization, and process improvements while managing a high-performing team. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with proven people management skills.
- Technical Leadership: Act as a technical expert in formulation and product development.
- Commercialization: Drive product launches, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.
- Team Management: Lead and develop a team of food scientists, fostering growth and collaboration.
- Process Optimization: Implement efficiency improvements to enhance product quality and reduce costs.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Operations, Marketing, and Sales to align and execute projects.
- Innovation: Identify new product opportunities and trends, championing a culture of creativity.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years of R&D experience in the food and beverage industry.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Results-driven with excellent problem-solving and communication abilities.
- Proven track record in product commercialization and team leadership.
- Expertise in process improvement, innovation, and technical formulations.
Join Zentis to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and grow your career in a collaborative, high-performing environment.