Sr. R&D Project Manager

Nestl's Research & Development Center is our regional powerhouse driving innovation in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical science. Backed by our global Nestl R&D organization, we lead breakthrough discoveries that are both good for consumers and the planet. Our team of experts range from product developers to engineers, working across our portfolio of food, beverage, infant nutrition, and health science to create leading-edge products and services. As part of our organization, you will use your entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence to unlock the power of food and provide premium value.

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Nestl Development Center Marysville is one of the longest-standing R&D (Research & Development) centers in Nestl's worldwide network. Here, we are the home of great coffee innovation - we provide technical development expertise for beverage products, working on well renowned brands Starbuck's, Coffee-Mate, Nescafe, and Blue Bottle.

Position Summary:

Senior Project Manager autonomously leads development projects and related project activities for the coffee business (NESCAFE, Starbucks, Blue Bottle, Seattle Best coffee) including instant coffee and K-cup products. These development projects will be medium to large projects and may involve multiple markets, regions, or zones.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead R&D projects from concept to launch.
  • Direct project approach, setup, status report and closing.
  • Drives project teams or cross discipline groups.
  • Ensure all deliverables are achieved as per Nestl I2L (Ideal 2 Launch) process.
  • Effectively collaborates with product development lead on product/processes/experiments/trials.
• Manage stakeholders.
• Keep current in the business aspects of the product category.
• Continuously develop project management skills.
• Contribute to the scientific/technical pipeline.
• Project Managers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications (Minimum Education, Experience, and Knowledge)

• Minimum BS Degree in Food Science or Chemistry, or related field is required.
• 2-5 years of experience in the food industry and manufacturing knowledge.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in leading and managing projects (from end-to-end).
• Knowledge in area of product development and food processing, including unit operations and microbiological/physical/chemical product alterations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge in instant coffee processes and instant coffee product development is a plus.
• PMP accreditation a plus.

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