Global Tea Science & Technology Lead — Innovation & Growth

Twinings Ovaltine

Andover

On-site

GBP 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Yearly bonus
Flexible working options
Onsite gym
Pension scheme
Cycle to work
Health insurance
Learning access
Discounts via Perkbox

Job summary

Twinings Ovaltine is seeking a Senior R&D Manager to define and lead the global tea science and technology program across priority platforms. You will influence innovation strategy, partner with Master Blenders and Tea Supply Chain, and shape a future-proof tech roadmap while ensuring quality and food safety.

You will manage a diverse team, drive end-to-end projects, and foster a culture of digital curiosity within R&I, delivering taste, wellbeing, and market-leading propositions for global

Qualifications

  • Degree in food science, chemical engineering or relevant scientific subject.
  • Proven strategy development and implementation.
  • Experience translating consumer needs into in-market innovations.
  • Strong analytical and creative problem solving with rigorous technical delivery.
  • Proven experience leading diverse teams and coaching for growth.

Responsibilities

  • Define and lead global tea science and technology program.
  • Drive innovations for wellbeing and digital culture in R&I.
  • Build partnerships with Master Blenders, Supply Chain, and external partners.

Skills

Leadership
Strategy development
Cross-functional collaboration
CQV
Budget management
People management
Project leadership
Process development
Tea science

Education

Degree in Food Science or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Twinings Ovaltine is seeking a Senior R&D Manager to define and lead the global tea science and technology program across priority platforms. You will influence innovation strategy, partner with Master Blenders and Tea Supply Chain, and shape a future-proof tech roadmap while ensuring quality and food safety.

You will manage a diverse team, drive end-to-end projects, and foster a culture of digital curiosity within R&I, delivering taste, wellbeing, and market-leading propositions for global

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