Assistant Research & Development Manager (FMCG)

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Expat Opportunity | Zambia | FMCG (Confectionery & Baking) Who are we A leading FMCG business with a strong footprint across Africa, focused on producing high-quality confectionery and baking products. Who are we looking for An experienced R&D professional from the chocolate, biscuit, or broader snack manufacturing industry, with a passion for product innovation and quality. What will you do Support new product development and improve existing confectionery and baked products Run lab, pilot, and production trials, including formulation and scale-up Conduct sensory evaluations, shelf-life testing, and product optimisation Ensure compliance with food safety standards (GMP, HACCP, ISO) Work closely with QA\/QC on product quality and process improvements Manage packaging inputs, nutritional labelling, and regulatory requirements Maintain accurate R&D documentation, reports, and specifications What do you need Degree in Food Science 8–10 years’ R&D experience in FMCG (ideally chocolate, biscuits, or snacks) Strong understanding of food chemistry and ingredient functionality Experience with product formulation, trials, and commercialisation SAP proficiency Strong problem-solving and project management skills