Вакансия R&D Engineer/Менеджер проектов по разработке соковой продукции

We invite talented R&D Engineer to join the PepsiCo team!

This role supports AOP and PSP product innovation agenda fulfillment by leading and/or contributing to complex cross-functional or/and international projects aimed at the new product and technology development as well as leadership and accountability for juice renovation agenda in Russia/EER and collaboration with PepsiCo Global R&D team to achieve successful results

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Set together with R&D managers NPD and Renovation agenda for Russia/EER based on consumer data analysis in accordance with local AOP and PSP, regulatory requirements and business needs.
• Lead AOP & PSP Innovation projects for Russia/EER and ensure full cycle of project execution from product development to in-plant production launch. Maintain cross-categories coordination within R&D team to assure each project is guaranteed to have specific technical support & compliance.
• Maintain necessary development / reapplication work to achieve project objectives. Lead renovation agenda for Russia/EER in accordance with the renovation roadmap and in close cooperation with PepsiCo Global R&D team.
• Collect and maintain data on juice products at Russian/EER markets: portfolio structure, product and consumer insight, raw materials sourcing, regulatory requirements. Maintain in-depth study and sustainable knowledge of existing F&V products, designs and platforms for successful reapplication in other countries.
• Provide regular reports showing project status and progress; develop technical reports related to the projects: industrial trials, product validation, shelf-life testing, etc.
• Establish business cross-functional relationships within the Company to get timely support required to achieve goals, maintain regular cooperation within PepsiCo Global R&D network to exchange best practices and experience.

Requirements for the position:

• Work experience - at least 4 years in food production / product research and development
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills, influencing and involvement
• Results-oriented, proactive self-starter, able to work on own initiative and as a team player
• English - Upper Intermediate
• Education - higher degree (science / technical / food technology)