Director Of Research Development
Current• Identify and research new trends and technology in the pet food industry.• Design and fulfill research plans for new products.• Carry out research trials including new designs, new ingredients, and new equipment.• Develop and update formulations of all food products.• Oversees formulations for kibble products and freeze-dried products.• Develop and update the ingredient nutrient database.• Manage R&D kitchen to maintain its function in tabletop kitchen test runs. • Provide technical support to the sales team. • Review and document all nutrition-related documents.• Work with the Marketing team to develop new products for branded businesses.• Work with the Co-Manufacturing sales team to design products based on customers’ specific needs.• Work with the Procurement team to develop internal ingredient requirements and verify nutritional standards of ingredients.• Work with the Quality team to develop internal standards for finished products.• Work with the Manufacturing team for R&D trials, and sampling raw materials for testing.• Work with universities and industry experts to develop new technologies for the company.• Other duties as assigned.