Director, Technical - Research & Development

Please note: This is not a Remote role and will require the incumbent to be based in Sydney, Australia and work a hybrid schedule.

This is a people manager role.

Job Description Summary

Drive significant innovations in the South region through strategic use of the Research & Development (R&D) network; Lead the execution of annual business plans for the ASP South region, ensuring they align with business priorities and optimize R&D resources. Oversee daily operations of the satellite lab, and support for talent development. The role is in Sydney.

What You'll Do for Us:

• Leverage local consumer insights and internal stakeholder expectations to contribute to pipeline development and ensure the impactful implementation of significant global initiatives.
• Work closely with OU for pipeline/project prioritization and development plan building; Allocate resources effectively within the satellite lab, SH site, and global team, while promoting a culture of diversity and inclusion
• Drive Technology innovation, product solutions and packaging that meet consumer and customer needs through product guidance insights via hands-on or through R&D networking.
• Proactively identify technical challenges in new product introductions, developing and implementing solutions
• Transfer the required technical knowledge to manufacturing, marketing communication and sales team driving their technical capacities and business growth.
• Manage customer innovation project, governance, and stakeholder engagement.
• Handle knowledge management by maintaining thorough records and reports, contributing to a system that captures, retains, and utilizes all generated or acquired knowledge.
• Manage day-to-day satellite lab operations and budgeting.
• Develop people pipeline, expertise and consumer knowledge development.

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• 10+ years relevant experience in a multinational company., in which 3-5+ years are leading complex projects.
• Master's degree in food science, Agriculture science, chemistry engineering, etc.
• Outstanding communication skills; Proficient in English (Written and Verbal)
• Proven experience in product development or research with expertise in category leadership
• Strong leadership, management, and influencing skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of business economics, value chains, risk management, and storytelling.
• Ability to operationalize solutions across cultures and organizational structures.
• Demonstrated technical competency and credibility.

• Growth Mindset: Demonstrates Curiosity. Welcomes failure as a learning opportunity.
• Smart Risk: Makes bold decisions/recommendations.
• Externally Focused: Understands the upstream and downstream implications of his/her work.
• Performance Driven & Accountable: Has high performance standards. Outperforms her/his peers.
• Fast/Agile: Removes barriers to move faster. Experiments and adapts. Thrives under pressure and fast pace.
• Empowered: Brings solutions instead of problems. Challenges the status quo. Has the courage to take an unpopular stance.

• Act Like an Owner: Deliver results, creating value for our brands, our System, our customers and key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the System, Customers and Key Stakeholders
• Develops Self and Others: Develop self and support others' development to achieve their full potential.
• Drive Innovation: Generate new or unique solutions and embrace new ideas that help sustain our business.

• You will be part of APAC R&D XLT members, advance technology and career development leveraging our boundary-less networking.
• Learning Culture: Challenging environment that supports your growth and development. On-job learning opportunities. Access to resources such as Thrive, Coke University, LinkedIn Learning and management programs that give you the resources to continually develop your skills and knowledge.

• Career growth and development: Leveraging our boundaryless network, we provide access to educational platforms and provide coaching, mentoring and feedback, as a part of our Leadership & Development process.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. We want to make our culture inevitable.
• International Experience: Become part of international projects and work along multicultural teams, through our global network.