Responsibilities

Lead and manage the R&D; Development Center and technical team, ensuring alignment with the company’s innovation and sustainability objectives

Contribute and develop the roadmap of the ONE R&D; CPI team to constantly improve the efficiency, creativity, business impact of the team and directly manage part of the roadmap

Maintain relationships with clients and find creative ways to expand the business

Lead key projects to support business goals

Monitor team metrics and objectives, ensuring the meeting of goals

Serve as part of the organization’s leadership team and contribute to the development and execution of strategic decisions

Ensure the team’s adherence to the Berry Safety guidelines

Develop and implement strategic plans for the development center, focusing on market demands and collaborations with different expert and advanced centers

Oversee the execution of R&D; projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards

Lead implementation of restaging products for the existing portfolio of sites of relevance

Partner with key stakeholders on the definition of business continuity plans and security of supply initiatives

Conduct all final qualifications necessary to confirm the feasibility for industrialization and prepare the required documentation for handover to the sites of production





Participate in continuous improvement plans and follow up on launches at site or multisite level

Foster a collaborative environment, working closely with cross-functional teams across Healthcare, Homecare, Food, Beverage, Beauty, and Wellness sectors (when applicable)

Co‑lead implementation and oversight of process streamlining, optimization, and improvement of product consistency

Manage the allocation of human resources and oversee the development center’s budget

Prepare and present technical reports, proposals, and presentations to senior management and stakeholders

Mentor and develop team members, promoting a culture of excellence, feedback, and continuous learning

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Biotechnology)

Minimum of 10 years of experience in R&D;, with at least 5 years in a managerial role

Proven track record of leading successful R&D; projects and managing high‑performing teams

Strong knowledge of industrial processes, technology and qualification principles

Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills

Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment

Experience in the Healthcare, Homecare, Food, Beverage, Beauty, or Wellness sectors is highly desirable

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📌 R&D Development Center Manager (Madrid)
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📍 Madrid