<div class="show-more-less-html__markup show-more-less-html__markup--clamp-after-5 relative overflow-hidden"> <p><strong>Introduction</strong></p><p>Our client is part of an internationally, innovative, and successful B2B company with a turnover of over €1 billion, offering B2B customers customized, high-quality, and rapid product solutions in the confectionery sector (ingredients, patisserie, and bakery).</p><p><br/></p><p>To further accelerate our growth trajectory, we are seeking an <strong>R&amp;D Manager (m/f/d)</strong> for our Frankfurt am Main location to lead and develop the German R&amp;D team and successfully integrate it into our international operations. The successful candidate combines strong technical expertise with proven leadership experience and a pragmatic, hands-on approach and experience in managing dynamic international projects.</p><p><br/></p><p>You will play a central role in accelerating time-to-market, driving product innovation, and ensuring the efficient and scalable execution of customer development projects. If you enjoy working in an international environment, leading high-performing teams, and transforming customer requirements into successful industrial solutions, we look forward to receiving your application.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Tasks</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, coach, and develop a team of 4–5 R&amp;D technologists</li><li>Drive product development from initial concept through to industrial production</li><li>Translate customer briefs into scalable, production-ready formulations</li><li>Lead the development of sweet Ingredients, including product and process optimization</li><li>Drive continuous improvements to products, manufacturing processes, and operational efficiency</li><li>Take responsibility for industrialization and scale-up, ensuring a smooth transfer from laboratory development to production sites</li><li>Act as the technical partner for Sales and Key Account Management.</li><li>Collaborate closely with Operations, Production, Quality, Food Safety, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and international R&amp;D teams, as well as the central Innovation Center</li></ul><p><br/></p><p><strong>Profile Description</strong></p><ul><li>Master’s degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Food Engineering, or a comparable discipline.</li><li>Several years of leadership experience in R&amp;D within the food industry; experience in a B2B environment is an advantage</li><li>Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams</li><li>Strong project management skills with experience in cross-functional and international environments</li><li>Solid understanding of food processing and industrial manufacturing</li><li>Results-oriented, pragmatic, and solution-driven, with the ability to manage complexity and maintain a strong sense of urgency</li><li>Experience working with PLM, ERP systems, and digital tools</li><li>Fluent in both German and English</li></ul><p><br/></p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Attractive compensation package</li><li>An international environment with close collaboration across global teams</li><li>Tailored training and professional development opportunities</li><li>Subsidized public transportation (JobTicket)</li><li>Bike leasing programme (JobRad)</li><li>Corporate sports membership (Wellpass)</li><li>Regular company events</li><li>30 days of annual leave</li></ul><p><br/></p> </div>