Assistant Manager, Research & Development

MAMEE; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in Malaysia seeks an Assistant Manager for Research & Development. This role requires managing the product development cycle within the snack category and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's or Master's in Food Science and have at least 5 years of experience in the food industry. Exceptional analytical, leadership, and communication skills are essential. The position may require occasional travel to Malacca.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of working experience in the food industry.
• Strong technical understanding of food processing, especially instant noodles.
• Excellent communication skills and customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end product development cycle for the snack category.
• Analyze stability studies and sensory evaluations.
• Lead and manage multiple R&D projects efficiently.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Food Science/Technology/Nutrition/Dietetics

Job description

Assistant Manager, Research & Development

Manage end-to-end product development cycle for snack category and experience in food manufacturing industry is mandatory.

JOB DESCRIPTIONS

• Abilitytoanalyzeandinterpretstabilitystudies,sensoryevaluations,andshelf-lifetests.
• Usesdata-drivenanalysisfordecision-making.
• Ensurescost-effectivenesswhilemaintainingproductquality.
• LeadsandmanagesmultipleR&Dprojectsefficiently.
• Workswithcross-functionalteams(Marketing,Procurement,Production,QA)toensureprojectfeasibility.
• EnsuresallR&Dworkcomplieswithlocalandinternationalregulations.
• PreparestechnicaldocumentationsuchasCOA,MSDS,andproductspecifications.
• Ensuresmoothproductregistrationandcertification.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Candidate should possess a Bachelor’s Degree / Master in Food Science/Technology/Nutrition/Dietetics or equivalent.
• At least 5 year’s working experience in food industry.
• Possess own transport, willing to work in Subang Jaya and travel to Malacca when needed.
• Strong technical understanding of food processing especially instant noodle & food service savoury application.
• Excellent communications, interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Good leadership, customer focus and commercial acumen.
• Strong R&D experience with good project management skills, stakeholder management and initiatives.