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Nestle

Senior Manager, R&D Lead

Nestle

. Serve as R&D representative for the corresponding VMS brand .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeBridgewater • New Jersey • United StatesSenior💰 $183,574 - $228,278 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in R&D leadership within the VMS industry, focusing on innovation management, strategic project oversight, and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams. Possesses a strong foundation in Nutrition, Food Science, or Pharmaceutical Sciences, complemented by a commitment to ethical practices and stakeholder engagement.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Master's Degree In Nutrition10+ Years Of R&D ExperienceLeadership Skills With Global StakeholdersDeep Understanding Of The VMS IndustryEffective Communication And Presentation Skills

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Soft Skills
Influencing Diverse AudiencesStrong IntegrityAccountabilityProfessional Ethics
Tools & Technologies
Digital Tools And Technologies
Industry Keywords
Innovation ManagementProject Portfolio OversightStrategic PartnershipsConsumer InsightsNestlé Integrated Management Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Serve as R&D representative for the corresponding VMS brand
  • Align business needs with R&D opportunities
  • Co-lead the Innovation & Renovation pipeline and develop short-, mid-, and long-term innovation plans
  • Provide technical expertise on new ingredients, products, and processes
  • Translate science and technology solutions into commercially viable pipeline opportunities
  • Oversee the strategic VMS project portfolio
  • Partner with Product Development and Project Management teams to deliver innovation launches on time and within budget
  • Build and manage strategic partnerships across the Nestlé R&D network, suppliers, and external stakeholders
  • Strengthen organizational capabilities and develop talent, succession pipelines, and knowledge transfer plans
  • Network with relevant R&D units, business partners, markets, and external partners
  • Comply with Nestlé Integrated Management Systems and company policies and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Master's degree in Nutrition, Food Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline required
  • 10+ years of R&D experience
  • Track record of leading innovation and managing technical knowledge within operational environments
  • Proven leadership skills working with global business and market stakeholders
  • Deep understanding of the VMS industry, competitive landscape, and evolving consumer insights
  • Enthusiasm for leveraging digital tools and technologies
  • Ability to navigate cross-functional and matrixed environments
  • Effective communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to influence diverse audiences
  • Strong integrity, accountability, and professional ethics
  • This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Performance-based incentives
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Broad range of other benefits
  • Professional growth and dynamic career paths
  • Robust development opportunities
  • Opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe
  • Benefits supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing