Senior Food Formulation & Innovation Leader

Bel; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base Salary: $120,000 - $125,000

Bonus Opportunity: 15%

20 days PTO

4% match on 401k

Health care by Cigna

Free Vision & Dental

Job summary

A leading food products company in Nampa is looking for an R&D Formulation Manager to lead product innovation and manage a team of food scientists. The role involves overseeing recipe development, strategic project management, and ensuring product quality while collaborating across teams. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in food product development and strong leadership skills. Offers competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in food product development.
• At least 3 years in a managerial or team-lead capacity.
• Proven ability to manage and inspire teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of R&D food scientists.
• Oversee the development of innovative food products.
• Manage key R&D projects ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.

Skills

Leadership and Team Building

Technical Expertise in Food Science

Project Management

Problem-Solving & Innovation

Communication and Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science

Ph.D. in Food Science (a plus)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

A leading food products company in Nampa is looking for an R&D Formulation Manager to lead product innovation and manage a team of food scientists. The role involves overseeing recipe development, strategic project management, and ensuring product quality while collaborating across teams. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in food product development and strong leadership skills. Offers competitive salary and benefits.