R&D Manager: Food Innovation & Growth, Remote

Bolton; Cermenate; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers €12/day

Health insurance

Corporate welfare plan

Job summary

Bolton Food is seeking an R&D Manager to lead product innovation at our Cermenate plant. You will drive development from concept to industrialization, work with Marketing, Quality and Operations, and guide a team in delivering high-quality solutions.

The role requires 5–10 years in food R&D, a relevant degree, and fluent Italian and English. Attractive benefits, permanent contract, and flexible smart-working policy support a balanced lifestyle.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Food Science and Technology, Food Engineering, Chemistry, Biotechnology or a related scientific field.
• Work Experience: 5–10 years in R&D and product development within the food industry.
• Technical Skills: Strong expertise in food product development, regulations and quality.
• Soft Skills: Analytical, proactive, project management, cross-functional collaboration.
• Languages: Fluent in Italian and English.

Responsibilities

• Drive product innovation and development from concept to industrialization.
• Identify new technologies, ingredients and product solutions.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Quality, Operations to translate briefs into feasible solutions.
• Coordinate product development activities, monitor progress and ensure compliance.

Skills

R&D & Product Development

Food Technologies & Regulations

Project Management

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Analytical & Problem Solving

English & Italian Fluency

Education

Degree in Food Science & Technology / Food Engineering / Chemistry / Biotechnology

Job description

Bolton Food is seeking an R&D Manager to lead product innovation at our Cermenate plant. You will drive development from concept to industrialization, work with Marketing, Quality and Operations, and guide a team in delivering high-quality solutions.

The role requires 5–10 years in food R&D, a relevant degree, and fluent Italian and English. Attractive benefits, permanent contract, and flexible smart-working policy support a balanced lifestyle.