R&D&I COORDINATOR

Description

Job Summary: Coordinate R&D&I activities to develop products (innovation, renovation, and productivity), investigate and improve products, processes, and services. Key Highlights: 1. Lead innovation and development of food products 2. Integrate R&D with industrial processes and quality management 3. Manage innovation projects and portfolio **R&D&I COORDINATOR** Coordinate R&D&I activities in executing product development projects (innovation, renovation, and productivity), including generating and stimulating innovation ideas through continuous improvement of opportunities, product concepts, and processes that may lead to innovation. Investigate, create, and enhance products, processes, and services. **Responsibilities:** **1\. Innovation and Product Development** Conduct competitive product benchmarking and consumer trend analysis. Lead technical and economic feasibility studies for new products. Define and validate technical specifications for ingredients and raw materials. Perform sensory testing and formulation adjustments based on feedback. **2\. Integration with Industrial Processes** Monitor industrial-scale trials and production startups. Ensure technology transfer from laboratory/pilot scale to factory. Identify and propose improvements to existing production processes and formulations. Support engineering department in projects involving new equipment and processes. **3\. Quality Management and Compliance** Develop and review technical data sheets, manufacturing instructions, and nutritional labeling. Ensure compliance with applicable regulations (ANVISA, MAPA, INMETRO, etc.). Participate in preparing technical dossiers for product registration or regularization. Support quality certifications (FSSC, ISO, etc.) during audits and provide technical assistance. **4\. Project and Portfolio Management** Plan, monitor, and prioritize innovation and reformulation projects. Manage the project pipeline according to company goals. Conduct status meetings with involved departments (Marketing, Sales, Production, etc.). Update performance indicators and present results to senior management. **5\. Internal and External Stakeholder Engagement** Collaborate with departments such as Marketing, Engineering, Production, and Procurement. Negotiate project timelines and scope with internal stakeholders. Partner with universities, startups, research institutes, and suppliers. Attend trade fairs, industry events, and training sessions for continuous professional development. **6\. Knowledge Management** Establish and maintain an up-to-date technical database and recipe library. Prepare and submit reports to direct management; Edit and modify documents when they are confidential; Document lessons learned and best practices from previous projects. Train technical and operational teams on new formulations and processes. Coordinate and document all appropriate technical documentation for every project. **7\. Suggested Performance Indicators (KPIs)** Number of products launched per year. Average development time per product. % of projects delivered on time and within budget. Revenue generated from new products. Market acceptance rate of product launches. **Education:** * Bachelor’s degree — Food Engineering, Food Science and Technology, Chemistry, Nutrition, or related fields. Postgraduate degree/MBA in: Innovation Management, Sensory Analysis of Foods, Specialization in Food Product R&D, Project Management, or related areas. **Experience:** * Minimum 6 months of experience in R&D within food manufacturing industries. * Development of new food products (NPD). * Product reformulation targeting healthiness, cost reduction, or regulatory compliance. * Proficiency in industrial processes (pasteurization, extraction, dehydration, etc.). * Knowledge of ingredients, additives, and their functionalities. * Sensory evaluation and shelf-life assessment. * Sanitary and regulatory legislation (ANVISA, MAPA, Codex Alimentarius). * FDA and European Union regulations for export-oriented products. * Use of tools such as HACCP, FMEA, and APQP. * Management of innovation projects (methodologies such as Stage-Gate, Scrum, etc.). **Technical Competencies:** * Intermediate/technical English (for reading technical literature and communicating with international suppliers). * Preferred experience with digital R&D tools (PLM, LIMS, etc.). **Behavioral Competencies:** * Technical leadership and multidisciplinary team management. * Analytical ability and critical thinking. * Proactivity and results orientation. * Clear and assertive communication with departments such as Marketing, Quality, and Production. * Innovative and creative problem-solving skills. * Ability to operate effectively in a regulated environment under tight deadlines. * Leadership profile. * Ability to give and receive constructive feedback. * Data management capability and ability to generate reliable reports. * Accountability for team successes and failures. **Other Requirements:** * Experience with GMP and certifications such as FSSC 22000, ISO 22000. **Benefits:** * Salary BRL 4,875.00 + 40% bonus, Life Insurance, Profit-Sharing Program (PPR), Discounts with commercial partners.