R&D Manager – Food Safety & QA Leader

STH TRADERS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

STH TRADERS PTE. LTD. is seeking a Region Research & Development Manager to oversee R&D initiatives, QA activities, and audits across regional operations in Singapore.

You will collaborate with field teams, suppliers, and store operations to enhance food safety and service quality. The role focuses on evaluating new techniques, managing R&D studies, maintaining client relationships, and supporting project managers with technical delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of food technology, microbiology and food safety practices.
• Experience with GMP, HACCP and ISO 9000 in foodservice environments.
• Ability to design quality systems and facilitate audits.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and recommend new techniques and technologies.
• Manage R&D credit studies and related activities.
• Develop and sustain client relationships during delivery of R&D services.
• Assist project managers with delivery of engagements and research on technical issues.
• Provide R&D quality assurance, engagement reviewer and exam support.
• Build cross-functional relationships with field implementation and regional teams.
• Consult with regional leaders to improve food safety and cleanliness standards in stores.
• Implement and monitor QA programs to meet objectives.
• Manage third party audit program for region.

Skills

Food technology knowledge

Food microbiology

Safe food handling

HACCP principles

Job description

STH TRADERS PTE. LTD. is seeking a Region Research & Development Manager to oversee R&D initiatives, QA activities, and audits across regional operations in Singapore.

You will collaborate with field teams, suppliers, and store operations to enhance food safety and service quality. The role focuses on evaluating new techniques, managing R&D studies, maintaining client relationships, and supporting project managers with technical delivery.