Vice President, US Research and Development

Schreiber Foods•Green Bay, WI

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President of US Research and Development shapes strategic plans and directs the Research and Development teams to deliver growth and impact commitments. The role leads product development, ingredient, product and process optimization, and emerging technology research to increase shareholder value through new profit streams, protect and improve existing profit streams, and create product advantages. The position is located at Schreiber’s Corporate Office in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Food/Dairy Science or a related field.
15 or more years of experience in Research & Innovation.
5 or more years of research management experience.
Project management, problem-solving, decision-making, and process excellence skills.
Research expertise in current and novel areas of dairy science.
Research management skills and knowledge of quality systems and state-of-the-art techniques in the field.
Presentation and personal interaction skills.
Knowledge of patent and regulatory affairs.
Ability to interact effectively with external agencies.
Ability to travel up to 25%.
For a position requiring travel, a valid driver's license, auto insurance at least meeting state minimums, an acceptable driving record, and a vehicle capable of meeting the position’s travel needs are required.

Responsibilities

Direct strategy and develop roadmaps for US Research and Development programs, including product development, ingredient, product, process and emerging technology research and innovation, pilot plant activities, product trials and commercialization, and sensory programs.
Represent Research and Development as a senior leader with commercial and customer stakeholders, supply chain and suppliers, and operations.
Oversee product project management and establish priorities to ensure commitments are met.
Identify and generate new R&D ideas and technologies.
Oversee research conducted by Schreiber in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
Protect trade secrets and product strategies and ensure they provide a competitive advantage.
Own partner development activities, including identifying talent, partner development, promotions, and performance.
Participate in industry trade associations and professional organizations.
Interact with relevant universities and dairy research centers to help keep Schreiber competitive in the technological arena.
Work with the leadership team to ensure compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans and customer requirements.
Interpret and communicate customer requirements to plant production and support groups.
Establish and audit PCPs, CCPs, and Standard Operating Procedures to define and monitor processes and ensure customer requirements are met.
Review incidents involving unmet procedures and determine appropriate corrective action for partners who fail to follow standard procedures.

Benefits

$10,000 relocation bonus and a relocation package for eligible moves more than 50 miles.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation from day one.
8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, plus an additional company retirement contribution of about 8% of earnings.
Opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when company goals are met.
Up to $5,000 annually toward childcare costs.
Wellness Incentive and employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account for eligible partners.
Role-relevant development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits starting day one.
Onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
Partners Helping Partners support program.