Are you a project leader or interim manager available for a high-impact, short-term assignment? We are currently recruiting an
Interim R&D; Manager
for a leading food manufacturing company based in
Oñati, Spain.

This is a
delivery-focused, hands-on leadership role
aimed at ensuring project momentum, team coordination, and pipeline execution during a temporary transition period.

? Key Mission & Responsibilities
- Project Pipeline Continuity:
Keep ongoing R&D; and NPD projects progressing according to plan, managing risks, and removing bottlenecks.
- Team Leadership:
Lead and empower a dedicated team of R&D; technicians (~5–7 people), ensuring clear focus and execution discipline.
- Cross-Functional Interface:
Coordinate smoothly across Sales, Operations, Quality, Category Management, and Sourcing to maintain cross-departmental alignment.
- Portfolio Prioritization & Governance:
Lead project follow-ups, NPD reviews, status reporting, and facilitate decision-making.
- Launch Readiness:
Support ongoing product launches across industrial, quality,



cost, and timeline readiness.

? Profile Requirements
- Strong project management and team leadership skills in complex, fast-paced environments.
- Proven track record in stakeholder management, cross-functional coordination, and pragmatic problem-solving.
- Fluent in
English
.
- Ability to quickly step into a new environment and drive operational delivery.

? Working Model & Conditions
- Location:
Oñati, Gipuzkoa (Spain).
- Duration:
~3 to 6 months (maternity/leave cover).
- Flexibility:
Open to experienced interim profiles with
adaptable time commitment / working models
as long as delivery and impact are achieved efficiently.

?
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