R&D Lead, FMCG Snacks – Chocolate & Biscuits

Ad Talent Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG business is seeking an experienced R&D professional to support product development in Johannesburg, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience specifically in the chocolate, biscuit, or snack manufacturing industries. Responsibilities include improving existing products, conducting trials, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. A degree in Food Science and strong problem-solving skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of R&D experience in FMCG, ideally in chocolate, biscuits, or snacks.
• Strong understanding of food chemistry and ingredient functionality.
• Experience with product formulation, trials, and commercialisation.

Responsibilities

• Support new product development and improve existing products.
• Run lab, pilot, and production trials, including formulation and scale-up.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards (GMP, HACCP, ISO).

Skills

Product innovation

Food chemistry

Project management

Problem-solving

SAP proficiency

Education

Degree in Food Science

Job description

A leading FMCG business is seeking an experienced R&D professional to support product development in Johannesburg, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience specifically in the chocolate, biscuit, or snack manufacturing industries. Responsibilities include improving existing products, conducting trials, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. A degree in Food Science and strong problem-solving skills are essential for this role.