Research & Development Manager

As a **Research & Development Manager **based at our Querétaro plant you will play a key roll to develop and maintain Kellogg´s portfolio in Salty Snacks Category

The main objective is to develop and launch new food products in the market under the Kellogg´s brands, while optimizing and/or improving the existing portfolio.

**HERE’S A TASTE OF WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING**
- Development of food products (formula), in special in the category of Salty Snacks (extruded snacks, salty and flavored potato and/or potato-based chips
- Technical leadership of innovation and renovation projects
- Planning and Execution of plant trials
- Contact with suppliers and external partners
- Process development (in special for Salty Snacks category)
- Factory support and troubleshooting.
- Support to cost optimization programmes

.**YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS**
- Degree in Food or Chemical engineering, or Food Science & Technology, or Chemistry.
- Previous knowledge of the R&D function and innovation process.
- Skills in product development, specifically in salty snacks food, such as extruded/puffed snacks, potato chips and other seasoned snacks
- Skills in food processing and process developent
- Project management
- Previous experience in relating with critical interfaces such as marketing, SC (procument, manufacturing, engineering) and suppliers.
- English: Advanced

**ABOUT KELLOGG COMPANY**

Kellogg Company is a multibillion-dollar company with over 30 thousand employees all over the globe. We are proud to make delicious foods that people love - foods that you grew up with like Frosted Flakes, Cheez It, Eggo, Pop-Tarts, Crunchy Nut, Pringles, as well as innovative foods such as MorningStar Farms, RX bar, and Noodles. Our KValues and BetterDays commitments are at the core of who we are, what we believe and what brings us together. We’re proud to say we’ve been awarded with Fortune’s “World’s Most Admired Companies”, DiversityInc’s “Top 50 Companies for Diversity”, Newsweek’s “Most Loved Workplaces”, and many more awards that you can check out here.

**Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion** has been part of our DNA since the beginning. Clearly stated in our Code of Ethics “we have respect for individuals of all backgrounds, capability and opinions.” We believe that equity is more than leveling the playing field. It is making sure barriers, both tangible and intangible, are removed. Interested in the numbers? We hold ourselves accountable with our yearly Features report.

Kellogg is proud to offer industry competitive **Total Health benefits** (Physical, Financial, Emotional, and Social) that vary depending on region and type of role. Be sure to ask your recruiter for more information

**THE FINER PRINT**

The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

Kellogg Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.

Let’s create the future of food,

Kellogg Recruitment