Research And Development Manager

R&D Manager – Ketchup & MayonnaiseLocation: Dubai UAERole SummaryLead R&D and NPD for ketchup, mayonnaise, and emulsified saucesOwn formulation, trials, scale-up, and commercializationWork closely with Production, QA, Supply Chain, and Commercial teamsKey ResponsibilitiesDevelop and improve formulations for ketchup, mayonnaise, and sauce variantsManage NPD from concept to factory launchOptimize emulsions, texture, taste, color, and stabilityImprove shelf-life, viscosity, and consistencyConduct lab trials, pilot runs, and full-scale factory trialsSupport cost reduction, yield improvement, and recipe optimizationEnsure compliance with UAE & GCC food regulationsPrepare product specs, recipes, and technical documentationSupport customer-specific and private label requirementsSkillsMust-Have Experience8+ years in Food R&D within FMCG manufacturingDirect experience with ketchup, mayonnaise, or emulsified saucesStrong understanding of emulsions, stabilizers, preservatives, and acidity controlHands-on factory trial and scale-up experienceKnowledge of HACCP, ISO / FSSC 22000, Halal, labelingSkillsSauce and emulsion formulationShelf-life and stability managementTroubleshooting texture, separation, and consistency issuesCross-functional coordination with Production and QAEducationBachelor’s in Food Technology / Food Science / Chemistry (or related )#J-18808-Ljbffr