Asst. Director, RDSA, GPIC

THE ROLE: 

This role will lead the research and development of new products and ingredients to existing products in Herbalife global markets. Provide technical leadership and direct development for product execution with a focus on new product development initiatives and new strategic platforms related to achieving profitable growth. Represents the Research and Development function as a member of the Product Innovation Center working with company leadership team setting strategic direction for company growth.

This position will report to Director, Operations, CPIC, China/APAC and work with Packaging Development, Tech Operations, Project Management, Global Strategic Sourcing and Center Operations team closely.

Work with Corporate R&D and Central Innovation to ensure scientific and technical alignment as per Herbalife standard. Partnership with Marketing, Manufacturing to support the business goa

HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT: *list top 5-8 core responsibilities and tasks

• Direct the development of new product formulas and coordination of new product activities with other functional departments
• Responsible for determining processes and procedures in collaboration with manufacturing and/or marketing to achieve successful commercialization of bench top formulas 
• Provide direction, leadership and guidance to ensure relentless focus on delivering innovative, unique new product offerings 
• Collaborate internally and externally to create clear roadmaps to meet growth expectations and technical requirements. Create strong partnerships with other business units to understand & translate the requirements to create leading products. Translate market studies and research in collaboration with consumer insights, marketing and category management to deeply understand the requirements to create leading products for target markets, product programs, and strategic product mix 
• Oversee the coordination and communication of technical product information to other departments 
• Direct the completion of information regarding new products and formula changes for costing purposes 
• Oversee the supervision of the Research and Development department to include hiring and compensation decisions, objective setting, talent and performance management 
• Ensure that nutritional analysis information and nutritional labeling is conducted according to specifications and best practices. 
• Diagnose ingredient and product-related problems with products and processes and recommend solutions 
• Participate as an active member of the company’s Leadership Team in setting strategic direction for company growth in the area of Research and Development in a way that helps the company achieve its strategic goals. 
• Ensure food safety and quality protocols are specified and followed for all new products 
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Secondary Functions 
• Develop, oversee R&D lab per company needs

TEAM DYNAMICS:  

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LEADERSHIP AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Lead and mentor RDSA staff of Herbalife GPIC with targeted guidance and emphasis on clear, timely results and personal growth.
• In addition, this position will work with other functions in PIC to develop innovative ways of rapid prototyping and commercializing new products in sync with Herbalife’s vision of speed to market and lead the team of 4 functions: Formulation, Scientific Affairs, Sensory & Process Development

Education

• Required Master’s Degree and above in Food Science, Nutrition or related field. 10 years of relevant experience in product development of food/beverage products. Min 7 years of progressive management experience.
• Significant knowledge of project management and Innovation function experience is a plus.

Experience

• Recognized as a collaborator role model and a leader by peers and others 
• Strong business acumen and proven ability to contribute to strategic business decisions 
• In-depth technical knowledge in the composition and functionality of food systems 
• Ability to develop long-term plans, strategies, initiatives and programs 
• Proven ability managing the creative process in others, has good judgment regarding which ideas will be viable, and has successfully brought creative ideas to market
• Demonstrated ability to form seamless business partnerships and influence outcomes with cross functional leaders 
• Demonstrated ability to manage through ambiguity, take calculated risks based on sound technical options, and offer innovative solutions to increase the value and magnitude of the business opportunity 
• Excellent computer skills, with an advanced understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Genesis, and the ability to quickly learn new systems 
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively prioritize competing demands 
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork and mentoring skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels in the departments and company 
• Requires frequent use of discretion, decision-making, creativity, problem solving, basic and advanced math and exercise of independent judgement 
• Ability to read, write, speak, present and understand English and Chinese
• Physical ability to taste test all products

Skills/Certifications *limit 3-5 bullets