Nutraceutical R&D Manager: Product Innovation & Compliance

MOH PHARMACEUTICAL TECHNOLOGIES SDN BHD; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MOH PHARMACEUTICAL TECHNOLOGIES SDN BHD (MOHPHARMA) is seeking an R&D Manager to lead formulation and development of nutraceutical and functional food products.

The role focuses on revamping existing ranges, ensuring safety, quality, Halal compliance, and supplier qualification, while driving profitable product development.” The candidate will collaborate with Marketing and Regulatory teams, source materials, conduct material and market analyses, and manage the end-to-end product development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science & Technology, Food Technology, Nutrition, Pharmaceutical Science, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead formulation and development of new product concepts and revamp existing range.
• Screen raw materials for safety, quality, Halal compliance, supplier qualification, and other specifications.
• Ensure efficient and profitable management of the product development process including supplier liaison and price negotiation.
• Source raw materials for new product applications.
• Conduct R&D on raw materials and products to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Conduct sensory evaluation and analysis on new and existing products.
• Perform market analysis to align new products with brand stories and market needs.
• Track consumer needs and competitor performance.
• Stay updated on trends to identify new product development opportunities.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Regulatory/Quality teams on priorities and compliance.

Skills

Product formulation

Raw material evaluation

GMP/HACCP knowledge

Halal requirements

Supplier management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Food Science/Technology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

MOH PHARMACEUTICAL TECHNOLOGIES SDN BHD (MOHPHARMA) is seeking an R&D Manager to lead formulation and development of nutraceutical and functional food products.

The role focuses on revamping existing ranges, ensuring safety, quality, Halal compliance, and supplier qualification, while driving profitable product development.” The candidate will collaborate with Marketing and Regulatory teams, source materials, conduct material and market analyses, and manage the end-to-end product development