Director, R&D Core Technology - Battle Creek, United States - WK Kellogg Co

Description

At WK Kellogg Co, we exist to create joy and connection to inspire Gr-r-reat days. We believe that doing good is always good for business and we have stood for this belief since Kellogg Company was founded more than 117 years ago. We are passionate about doing our part to make nutritious foods, create social connectivity and respect natural resources. Together, these actions create positive progress for people and the planet today and for years to come. We have big plans for how we are going to accomplish this, and we would love for you to join us in this effort.

The Research & Development (R&D) Director partners cross functionally to invent, influence, and deliver top and bottom-line innovation. Key stakeholders are Supply Chain, Marketing, and peers in R&D. Through strong collaboration, develops and implements strategies maximizing internal and external capabilities to: deliver business objectives, activate programs which drive competitive advantage, create consumer relevant product design (food and packaging) and ensure compliance to design.

This is a Hybrid role that requires the incumbent to live within sixty miles of the Battle Creek Michigan Headquarter office. This job sometimes involves extended work schedules and time commitments and changing priorities. Incumbent must be able to deal with some stress and facilitate sound decision making. Occasional travel to manufacturing or test facilities (up to 25%) of the time. In the event of international travel, it includes developing countries and potential prolonged time away from home. Projects sometimes require working beyond the normal workday hours.

Working Relationships

• Reports to Senior Director or Vice President R&D.
• Supervises Food Technologists, Food Developers, Packaging Designers & Managers.
• Occasionally manages specialists, analysts, and contractors.
• Works with cross-functional and multi-level teams to

accomplish project/program objectives.

Key contacts

• Supply Chain, Marketing, Program Leaders, Wellbeing,

Sensory, Finance, Quality, Consumer Affairs, Manufacturing Plants, Supplier

Partners & Contractors, Consultants, and Industry Organizations.

HERES A TASTE OF WHAT YOULL BE DOING

• Sets R&D direction for 4-9 technical professionals (Food Designers, Packaging Designers, etc.)
• Manages delivery of results within R&D Operating Budget ($1-5MM)
• Invents and drives technical solutions for top and bottom-line innovation.
• Initiatives in partnership with Commercial and broad technical community.
• Manages up to 1 corporate or regional program or up to 2 major complex projects.
• Advocate for product design quality improvements and supports compliance-to design initiatives.
• Sets direction for team against R&D and business goals and ensures delivery

of results. Balances resources against short- and long-term objectives.

• Advocates for prioritization of business initiatives with Commercial & Supply Chain
• Develops and energizes R&D talent while instituting organizational improvements.
• Directs R&D innovation and margin improvement projects through all phases of design execution providing creative problem solving.
• The incumbent is responsible for final product design (food & Pack) all the way to shelf.
• Specify/validate new technology to be used in production

systems for innovation/renovation/margin improvement projects.

• Proactively seek opportunities to maximize efficient use of current corporate

assets for the manufacture of new and existing food products/packaging. This

includes recommendations for new products/package sourcing.

• Provide technical support / troubleshooting expertise /leadership to resolve

product/packaging performance issues.

• Creates & leads program or major complex projects adding value to organization or results.
• Recruits and develops diverse technical talent growing R&D community and

technical pipeline.

• Provides technical direction and expertise within the department with a high

level of technical competency in a specific discipline; keeps current with latest, developments and technology through investigation, training, and communication within that discipline.

• Proactively seeking insights from other Regions about top & bottom line

solutions and Programs.

• Open to change and possesses a continuous improvement mindset.

YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

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Required:

• Requires bachelors degree in food science, packaging,

chemical or agricultural engineering with ten years experience.

• Experience in product design (food and/or packaging) preferred.
• Possess leadership, cost consciousness, communication skills, technical curiosity and diplomacy that will promote good relationships with all facets of organization and other technical and scientific disciplines in the effective execution of business results.
• Functions effectively as a Project Manager, Planner, Coach, Coordinator, Communicator, and Senior Technical Expert.

Bonus Points:

• Masters degree, in food science, packaging, chemical or agricultural engineering.
• If you have experience in the consumer-packaged goods industry at a food or beverage company.

At WK Kellogg Co, our success depends on our most vital asset our people. Thats why were committed to providing you with benefits and programs that support your Total Health and your journey to be and feel your best physically, financially, emotionally, and socially. Our benefit offerings include:

• Healthcare coverage, including vision and dental.
• Savings and Investments contributions and match
• Paid Time Off
• Life and AD&D insurance coverage

Our comprehensive and competitive benefits not only deliver value to you and your family, but also offer choice to meet your unique needs and knowledge to empower confident decision-making.

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?ABOUT WK KELLOGG CO:

At WK Kellogg Co, we bring our best to everyone, every day through our trusted foods and brands. Our journey began in 1894, when our founder W.K. Kellogg reimagined the future of food with the creation of Corn Flakes, changing breakfast forever. Since then, we have embraced the same spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in everything we do, channeling our founders passion and commitment to creating high quality and delicious products while fostering communities. Our iconic brand portfolio includes?Frosted Flakes, Rice Krispies, Froot Loops, Kashi,?Special K, Raisin Bran,?Frosted Mini Wheats, and?Bear Naked. With a presence in the majority of households across North America, our brands play a key role in enhancing the lives of millions of consumers every day, promoting a strong sense of physical, emotional, and societal wellbeing. Our beloved brand characters, including Tony the Tiger and Toucan Sam, represent our deep connections with the consumers and communities we serve. For more information,

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THE FINER PRINT:

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The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

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WK Kellogg Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For US applicants:

Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employees Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please follow this?link.

Lets create gr-r-reat days,

WK Kellogg Co Recruitment