R&D Manager

The Company: Our client is a leading manufacturer in the personal care industry, dedicated to innovation and quality. With a strong commitment to research and development, the company continuously enhances its products to remain competitive in the market.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute R&D strategies that align with the company’s business objectives, ensuring innovation and competitiveness.
• Conduct market research, analyze technology trends, and study consumer behavior to propose new product ideas and improvements.
• Lead product development, including concept testing, performance evaluation, and optimization to meet market demands.
• Manage and oversee the R&D team, ensuring professional development, task delegation, and progress monitoring.
• Collaborate closely with internal departments such as Marketing, Sales, and Production to facilitate product commercialization and market introduction.
• Work with external partners, research institutes, and universities to explore new technological advancements and material innovations.
• Partner with Procurement to identify and incorporate high-quality raw materials to enhance product performance.
• Coordinate with the Production and Technical Engineering teams to implement R&D projects aimed at improving manufacturing efficiency and product quality.
• Plan and control R&D budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and optimal resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and legal requirements in all R&D activities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Food Technology, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, or related fields.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in R&D, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of R&D processes, technological innovation, and market trends.
• Proven leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in English.

To apply, please send your updated CV to Hoa Tran at hoa.tran@cgptalent.com, quoting the job title or Click Apply Now.

Due to the anticipated high volume of applicants, we regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.