Site R&D Manager

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates; Leeds; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pet nutrition is seeking a Site R&D Manager to drive quality and food safety management systems. You will lead a team of R&D associates, ensuring compliance with standards and supporting the local site strategy. The role requires extensive technical experience and a relevant degree, with a focus on project management and leadership. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Best-in-class learning and development support

Industry-competitive salary and benefits

Company bonus

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a technical function.
• Proven line management/supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Site R&D Associates.
• Ensure compliance with global Q&FS standards.
• Act as incident owner for Q&FS incidents.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Quality & Food Safety

Education

Degree in Food Science/Technology

Degree in Biological Sciences

Degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Job Description:

The purpose of the job is to lead the deployment of the Pet Nutrition Europe R&D strategy on the site, driving continuous improvement in Quality & Food Safety management systems, compliance with Q&FS and product design standards, and implementation of the site’s product, process, and packaging development pipeline.

Location: Leeds, UK

Compensation: £ 62,000 - 77,000, plus annual bonus, benefits, car allowance

What are we looking for?

• Extensive experience in a technical function

• Degree level qualification in a relevant technical or scientific discipline (Food Science/Technology, Biological, Chemical, Engineering sciences), or equivalent experience

• Experience in leading and managing projects in an FMCG environment

• Proven line management/supervisory experience or a proven track record in coaching and developing teams and individuals

• Knowledge of Quality & Food Safety management systems and standards

• Knowledge of the technologies, processes, formulations, and raw materials used in the manufacture of food products is preferred

• Excellent communication skills

• Good command of the English language

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Lead, coach, and support a team of Site R&D Associates, ensuring they have the necessary resources, technical skills, and competencies to succeed within their roles

• Represent R&D as a key member of the Site Leadership team, supporting the development and implementation of the local site strategy. Develop and deploy a local R&D strategy that is consistent with, and supportive of, the broader site strategy

• Provide cross-functional leadership to ensure the development of a clear roadmap to full compliance with all global Q&FS standards, collaborating with local and central teams to ensure the necessary resources and capital are secured

• Ensure the integration of Q&FS procedures and processes into manufacturing operating systems

• Act as the incident owner for Q&FS incidents on site in line with our PRIMP standard, and lead the implementation of robust corrective and preventative actions

• Lead and participate in regional Q&FS communities to promote the effective sharing of knowledge and experience across the PNE network and central teams

• Lead regional or cross-site activities and projects in line with our regional Q&FS strategy, and in collaboration with other Site R&D managers, and with other functions

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.

• Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

• An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.

Mars is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities, long-term health conditions, or who are neurodiverse during the application and recruitment process. To request reasonable adjustments, complete our Reasonable Adjustment Request Form here

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