In order to lead global sensory research and development, we are searching for a professional Global Director Sensory Research & Development. IHRE NEUE HERAUSFORDERUNG Responsible for defining and executing the sensory strategy and programManaging the Sensory Research and Sensory Development teams, currently organised into 9 direct reports and 50 indirect reportsIdentifying the needs of the various Business Groups (B2C and B2B) for support in the area of sensory research and development Defining vision, strategy and annual program to build sensory competences in line with the innovation roadmapsDelivering the required sensory support and development for existing and new products Driving constant improvement of the centre of excellence for sensory science, in both knowledge and capabilitiesSetting up, implementing and monitoring ways of working with sensory action standards throughout the company fitting with the innovation ambitions Building and maintaining a worldwide network of external relations with relevant companies, universities and instituteReporting to the Global Director Research & Technology.
Manufacturing, Sales, Sourcing and Technical Departments Accountable for ensuring the quality of all locally sourced and manufactured products and for the compliance to food, HACCP and FSSC/ISO standards Developing regulatory strategy in the Europe region and establishing the framework for the provision of strategic advice and recommendations on legislative development in line with business requirements Building and maintaining critical relationships with key decision makers and stakeholders, both internally and externally Taking the lead in responsibility for all quality & food safety issues and ensuring crisis management when necessary Working closely together with Fonterra’s global network, including New Zealand and US Reporting to the Director Supply Chain and FSQR of Fonterra Europe YOUR PROFILE BSc or MSc degree in Food Science & Technology or similar Senior management experience in Quality Assurance, Food Safety and Regulatory Affairs in a comparable international business, preferably in food, feed or pharma Knowledge of various international food safety and quality systems Relevant project management experience, preferably in manufacturing Understanding of EU food regulatory environment Able to deal with and manage complexity, building strong relationships, striving for solutions and results Excellent influencing, stakeholder management and communication skills with fluency in English Comfortable working and travelling (up to 20%) in an international environment; possibility for hybrid working, max. two days/week from home office Personal skills: strategic vision, business acumen, customer focus, entrepreneurial, natural leader, decisiveness and team player FURTHER INFORMATION AND APPLICATION If you are interested in this position , please contact Jakob Jan Verbraak via email jakobjan@dupp.nl or phone+31 6-51820349 /+31 317-468686.
The Senior Director, SID is responsible for the development of strategy and operational delivery for the assigned portfolio in the international (INT) region, with indirect responsibility for regional sales/market share performance for the relevant portfolio/brand(s).