Beverage R&D Manager (Bubble Tea )

heytea; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

heytea is seeking a Beverage R&D Manager to lead the development and innovation of beverage products, leveraging food research and development expertise to enhance our beverage offerings in the United States.

You will manage end-to-end product development, analyze ingredient functionality, study US beverage market trends, and collaborate with marketing and production across international teams, including travel to China. Strong PM and leadership skills are essential for driving innovation.

Qualifications

• Background in food research and development focused on beverages.
• Knowledge of beverage formulations and ingredients.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end beverage product development from ideation to commercialization.
• Analyze food ingredients with emphasis on beverage formulations.
• Study US beverage market trends and local consumer preferences.
• Conduct competitive analyses to identify market opportunities and differentiation.
• Collaborate with marketing, production and other departments to align R&D with business goals.
• Drive product innovation to enhance the beverage portfolio.

Skills

Food R&D

Beverage formulation

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

English & Chinese

Job description

As a Beverage R&D Manager, you will be responsible for leading the development and innovation of beverage products. Your primary focus will be on leveraging your expertise in food research and development to enhance our beverage offerings.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting in-depth analysis of food ingredients with a strong emphasis on understanding beverage formulations.
• Exploring and comprehending the beverage consumption market in the United States, with a particular focus on local trends and preferences.
• Performing competitive analysis to identify market trends, potential opportunities, and areas for product differentiation.
• Leading the end-to-end process of beverage product development, from ideation to commercialization.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of R&D efforts with other departments, such as marketing and production.
• Spearheading product innovation initiatives to enhance our beverage portfolio and maintain a competitive edge in the market.

Qualifications

• A background in food research and development, with a focus on beverages.
• In-depth knowledge of food ingredients and their applications in beverage formulations.
• Familiarity with the American beverage consumption market, coupled with the ability to conduct effective competitor analyses.
• Proven experience in developing and launching successful beverage products.
• Proficiency in both English and Chinese, enabling effective communication with international teams.
• Willingness to travel between China and the United States for business purposes.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate and lead cross-functional teams.