Team Leader - Product Development

Job description:

Who we are

For over three decades, Juhayna Food Industries has been a pioneer in Egypt’s dairy and juice sector, producing, processing, and packaging milk, yoghurt, cooking products, juices, and concentrates. Since 1983, we have built trusted household brands, expanding our presence across Egypt and the Middle East through a commitment to high-quality, safe, and healthy products.

Today, with four state-of-the-art plants, a vast distribution network reaching over 136,000 outlets, and a 5,000-feddan dairy farm housing over 7,000 milking cows, Juhayna continues to set benchmarks for premium Egyptian products. Our success stems from our people, who embody the values of Integrity, Achievement, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Ownership, and Positivity.

Job Purpose

Managing the R&D projects portfolio from the generation of ideas to the launch of breakthrough innovations on the market.

What you will do in your role

• Ensures that any new route is aligned with Juhayna’s strategy and increase its credibility in the fields of nutrition and health.
• Leads the development of facilities and equipment required for an effective research & development program.
• Manage Scientific and technological knowledge to provide products aligned with consumer expectations and regulatory constraints.
• Manage the development and qualification of new products, materials, and processes.
• Manage the process qualification, validation, and technology transfer to the plant.
• Achieves the productivity target through reformulation/ renovation.
• Leads the implementation of facilities and equipment required for an effective research & development program.

What you will bring to the role

• Bachelor’s degree in Food processing, Agriculture, Science, Vet., Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy.
• 4-6 years of experience in food/juice research and development.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills.