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Research and Development Controller

Research and Development Controller

Seven Search & Selection • London, United Kingdom
13 days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
  • Temporary
Job description
R&D Controller role within a category leading healthy food brand Location:

Dorset (Hybrid working) Salary:

£80-85k plus car and package Our client: Our client is a global branded food manufacturer with instantly recognisable leading brands A business with strong brand heritage producing sustainably sourced natural and healthy food This business critical role will own the development and creation of the product portfolio We're looking for an experienced

R&D Controller

to lead the creation and continuous improvement of a portfolio of FMCG food products. Are you passionate about creating outstanding products that consumers love? Do you thrive on turning insight, science, and innovation into market-leading FMCG products? If so, this could be the opportunity for you. This is a high-impact leadership role, responsible for driving innovation from concept to launch, identifying growth opportunities, and ensuring products remain best-in-class in quality, performance and consumer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities Define and deliver the product innovation strategy and pipeline. Lead end-to-end product development, from concept through to launch. Drive continuous improvement across existing products, enhancing taste, texture, quality and consumer appeal. Leverage consumer insights, trends and market data to shape product decisions. Lead and develop R&D and product development capabilities. Build strong partnerships with suppliers, research organisations and innovation networks. Team leadership

About You We're looking for a commercially-minded innovation leader who combines deep technical expertise with a strong understanding of consumers and markets. Degree-qualified with a strong background in Food Science, R&D or Product Development. Proven success launching and scaling FMCG products. Experienced in product renovation and quality improvement. Able to translate consumer insights into commercially successful products. Strong stakeholder management, project leadership and influencing skills. Passionate about innovation, continuous improvement and delivering exceptional consumer experiences.

Why Join? This is an opportunity to play a defining role in shaping the future of a growing and ambitious food business. You'll have the autonomy to drive innovation, influence strategy, and leave a lasting impact on a portfolio of brands enjoyed by consumers nationwide. If you're excited by the challenge of creating great products and leading innovation that drives growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Location: The position is based in Dorset

hybrid working

Please send your CV using the form on this page,quoting reference 9/17726/7

Confidentiality assured. Whilst we would like to respond to all our on-line applicants, regrettably we are unable to do so due to the high volumes we receive. If you do not hear back within 14 days unfortunately the relevant consultant has decided not to progress with your application. For alternative opportunities please search our vacancies on our website. Seven Search & Selection Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary (interim) workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

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