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R&D Specialist (Product Development)

RM 2,000 - RM 5,000 / Per Mon


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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Conceptualisation, Development, & Testing

  • Generate ideas and conceptualise new products or product enhancements based on market research, consumer insights, and emerging trends
  • Develop prototypes to test product functionality and performance
  • Gather feedback and conduct feasibility assessments to refine and improve product designs
  • Develop ideas and solutions for new packaging or packaging enhancements, considering factors such as branding, shelf presence, usability, and environmental impact
  • Engineer packaging specifications, materials selection, and structural designs o Ensure that packaging meets product protection, transportation, and regulatory requirements

    2. Project Management

    • Manage R&D projects, including defining timelines, budgets, and resource allocations
    • Coordinate activities across different functions to ensure successful commercialisation of new product launches
    • Coordinate internally (Product Development and QM & Regulatory Affairs) to align ingredient sourcing with product development needs and production schedules o Ensure alignment with overall product and brand strategy
    • Prepare relevant reports for Management review
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align product concepts with organisational goals
    • Collaborate with Product Branding & Marketing, Market Research & Strategy, and the Innovation Hub to refine packaging concepts, features, and specifications
    • Address ad-hoc tasks given by direct manager as needed to ensure seamless operation

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Packaging Engineering, or a related field
  • Minimum 2 to 5 years’ experience in R&D roles, with a focus on new food product development and packaging engineering (preferably in a FMCG industry)
  • Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply
  • Strong understanding of product development processes, regulatory standards and packaging engineering
  • Customer-focused and results-driven
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements in the food manufacturing industry
  • Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to demonstrate initiative and work well in a fast-paced environment

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Maternity leave
  • Opportunities for promotion
  • Professional development
  • Yearly Bonus
  • Performance Bonus