Research and Development Manager

DLA NATURALS, INC.; Zambales; On-site; PHP 1,000,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Naturals Inc. is seeking an experienced Research and Development (R&D) Manager to lead development, improvement, and commercialization of innovative food products.

You will oversee new product development, scale-up, and provide technical support while ensuring compliance with food safety and regulatory standards. The role requires 7+ years in food product development or manufacturing, with at least 3 years in an R&D managerial capacity, and a strong background in formulation, shelf-life, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field. A Master's degree is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and commercialization of new food products based on customer requirements and market trends.
• Improve existing formulations, processes, product quality, shelf life, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Manage product development from laboratory formulation through pilot trials to full-scale commercial production.
• Conduct product evaluations, including sensory, stability, shelf-life, and performance testing.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, product specifications, formulations, and manufacturing instructions.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality Assurance, Purchasing, Sales, and other departments to ensure successful product launches.
• Evaluate raw materials, ingredients, and suppliers to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead the R&D team, manage development projects, and drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Food science

Food technology

Food engineering

Chemistry

Chemical engineering

Leadership

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Formulation software

Power BI

Job description

Research and Development (R&D) Manager

About the Role

DLA Naturals Inc. is seeking an experienced Research and Development (R&D) Manager to lead the development, improvement, and commercialization of innovative food products. The successful candidate will oversee new product development, product optimization, industrial scale-up, and technical support while ensuring compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and commercialization of new food products based on customer requirements and market trends.

• Improve existing formulations, processes, product quality, shelf life, and manufacturing efficiency.

• Manage product development from laboratory formulation through pilot trials to full-scale commercial production.

• Conduct product evaluations, including sensory, stability, shelf-life, and performance testing.

• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, product specifications, formulations, and manufacturing instructions.

• Collaborate with Production, Quality Assurance, Purchasing, Sales, and other departments to ensure successful product launches.

• Evaluate raw materials, ingredients, and suppliers to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.

• Lead the R&D team, manage development projects, and drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is an advantage.

• Minimum 7 years of experience in food product development or food manufacturing, with at least 3 years in an R&D managerial or supervisory role.

• Proven experience in developing and commercializing food products from concept to industrial production.

• Strong knowledge of food formulation, food chemistry, microbiology, shelf-life evaluation, HACCP, food regulations, and industrial food processing.

• Experience in bakery ingredients, fruit preparations, sauces, confectionery, chocolate, or related food products is highly preferred.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems. Experience with formulation software or Power BI is an advantage.

• Strong leadership, project management, analytical, and communication skills.