Sr. Scientist, R&D - Product Development

Sr. Scientist, R&D - Product Development

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This is a Research and Development (R&D) role leading Product Development initiatives under the Easy Ready Meals team within the Hydration, Desserts, and Meals platform. We’re looking for a talented individual to lead product development initiatives working on beloved brands like Ore Ida, Devour and Bagel Bites. The candidate will be leading and driving technical projects to meet business initiatives focused on growth, productivity, and brand maintenance.

The Senior Scientist candidate should have a proven record of successfully leading, executing, and commercializing projects ranging in technical complexity with minimal guidance, and getting results in a variety of challenging and complex settings. The candidate should have experience leading business initiatives while exhibiting a collaborative approach and applying innovative solutions. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential in this role, which operates in a dynamic and cross‑functional environment.

• Project Management:
  Leads development and execution across multiple projects ranging from low to high technical complexity for the Easy Ready Meals Business Unit.
• Manage multiple assignments/research projects concurrently and possess the ability to prioritize between a variety of business initiatives.
• Commercialization:
  Deep knowledge of commercialization processes and required activities as the technical/R&D lead; ability to troubleshoot challenges.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work with cross functional teams acting as the lead product developer to drive execution across multiple projects.
• Communication:
  Provide updates to cross-functional teams; identify hurdles and propose solutions.
• Translate research findings into meaningful business objectives.
• Champion an innovation approach and exhibit influence on the cross functional partners.
• Mentor, coach and collaborate with other colleagues within and outside of your immediate team.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop relationships with and coordinate commercialization activities across internal and external manufacturing facilities.
• Lead and complete product testing, qualification, and commercialization in laboratory and production environments.

• Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s is a Plus) – Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related fields.
• 4+ years product development and commercialization experience within a CPG or equivalent.
• Experience with developing and commercializing frozen potato and/or frozen meals & snacks products.
• Project management experience, technical expertise, and food science/processing knowledge – experience with identifying and executing margin improvement projects preferred.
• Familiarity with sensory testing methods and test design.
• Excellent communication, influencing, project management and problem solving skills.
• Highly motivated and able to multi‑task varying degrees of complex projects.
• Willingness to travel up to 30 % (to internal plants, co‑manufacturers, suppliers).
• Experience delivering consumer‑centric, innovative solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to influence, manage multiple projects concurrently with the ability to prioritize work, and solve problems effectively.
• Brings an entrepreneurial spirit and growth mindset.
• Ability to manage through ambiguity.

$89,800.00 – $

This position is eligible for a performance‑based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future; plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.

• Physical – Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social – Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial – 401(k), Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Glenview R&D Center

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact for assistance.