Moscow, office
Description
We are looking for a Senior R&D Manager for the food category. The main task of the role is to create products and scalable recipes that can be replicated in different markets while maintaining a unified product concept and quality.
We consider candidates with experience in R&D, Product Development, as well as brand chefs who have worked with chain formats and scalable products.
We expect
- Experience in developing products and recipes for chain businesses, working with manufactories or production partners. Experience in coffee shop chains, QSR, retail food, or other scalable formats.
- Specialization in European or modern urban cuisine, as well as experience in developing sandwiches, breakfasts, baked goods, and desserts.
- Relevant education in food technology, culinary arts, or related fields.
- Understanding of the full product creation and implementation cycle.
- A systematic approach and the ability to build development processes.
- Initiative – to suggest improvements, not just execute.
- Flexibility – to switch between diverse tasks and adapt to changes.
- Knowledge of English for interaction with international markets will be a big plus.
Your responsibilities will include
- Developing and enhancing the assortment of the Food category: sandwiches, baked goods, desserts, breakfasts, snacks, and other areas.
- Forming product concepts and developing new recipes.
- Managing the full product development cycle: from idea and initial development to testing, implementation, and launch in different countries.
- Creating scalable recipes for subsequent replication in an international chain.
- Working with manufactories within the framework of new product development: setting tasks, conducting joint development and testing, implementing approved recipes.
- Building and developing processes in the food R&D direction within the company.
- Preparing standards, technological documentation, and materials for replicating products in other markets.
- Interacting with Supply Chain and international market managers within the framework of launching new products.
We offer
- Work in a global company with ambitious goals and large-scale tasks.
- A culture of freedom and responsibility. We value those who are ready to make decisions and take responsibility for them.
- Transparent conditions. Competitive salary, opportunities for growth and development.
- Office near Avtozavodskaya metro station.
- Paid training. Courses, conferences, professional literature, and co-financing for English at Skyeng.
- Employee care. Voluntary medical insurance from day one, including dental care, and mental health support through Alter.
Interview stages
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Recruiter Interview
We will tell you about the team, the role, and the tasks. We will learn about your previous work experience and projects. For some vacancies, a phone interview precedes this stage.
Up to 5 days.
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Technical Interview
We will assess your hard skills. Sometimes after this stage, we give a test assignment.
From 1 to 3 days.
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Product Section
Product interview (for analysts and a number of other roles): assessment of product thinking, ability to generate hypotheses, prioritize tasks, and think in business metrics.
2–4 days.
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Final Interview
Meeting with the potential team leader to better understand product goals, as well as whether your values and work approaches match.
From 1 to 3 days.
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Offer Presentation
In case of a positive decision, we will present the offer and explain what awaits next.
