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.

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delivery-focused, hands-on leadership role

aimed at ensuring project momentum, team coordination, and pipeline execution during a temporary transition period. Required Skills 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. Required Experience 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

flexible time commitment / working models

as long as delivery and impact are achieved efficiently. xiphteb Interested or know someone who would be a great fit?

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