Assistant Research & Development Manager (FMCG) (Johannesburg)

18 hours ago 6
Remuneration:market-related 
Benefits:Accommodation
Location:Johannesburg
Job level:Mid
Type:Permanent
Company:Ad Talent Africa

Job description

Expat Opportunity | Zambia | FMCG (Confectionery & Baking)

Who are we
A leading FMCG business with a strong footprint across Africa, focused on producing high-quality confectionery and baking products.

Who are we looking for
An experienced R&D professional from the chocolate, biscuit, or broader snack manufacturing industry, with a passion for product innovation and quality.

What will you do

    • Support new product development and improve existing confectionery and baked products
    • Run lab, pilot, and production trials, including formulation and scale-up
    • Conduct sensory evaluations, shelf-life testing, and product optimisation
    • Ensure compliance with food safety standards (GMP, HACCP, ISO)
    • Work closely with QA/QC on product quality and process improvements
    • Manage packaging inputs, nutritional labelling, and regulatory requirements
    • Maintain accurate R&D documentation, reports, and specifications

What do you need

    • Degree in Food Science
    • 8–10 years’ R&D experience in FMCG (ideally chocolate, biscuits, or snacks)
    • Strong understanding of food chemistry and ingredient functionality
    • Experience with product formulation, trials, and commercialisation
    • SAP proficiency
    • Strong problem-solving and project management skills

Requirements

    • Development
    • Quality Control
    • Research
    • Food Science

Posted on 16 Apr 12:49, Closing date 16 May

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