Vice President, US Research and Development

Schreiber Foods•Green Bay, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President of US Research and Development shapes strategic plans and directs Research and Development teams to deliver growth and impact commitments. The role directs product development, ingredient, product and process optimization, and emerging technology research to increase shareholder value through new profit streams, protection and improvement of existing profit streams, and the creation of Schreiber product advantages. The position is located at Schreiber’s Corporate Office in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The role leads US R&D strategy and programs, including innovation, pilot plant activities, product trials, commercialization, and sensory programs. It represents R&D with commercial and customer stakeholders, supply chain, suppliers, and operations. The Vice President oversees project priorities and commitments, identifies new R&D ideas and technologies, and directs research with internal and external partners while protecting trade secrets and product strategies. The position also owns partner development activities and engages with industry organizations, universities, and dairy research centers. Working with the leadership team, the Vice President helps ensure compliance with food safety and quality plans and customer requirements. This includes communicating requirements to plant production and support groups, establishing and auditing PCPs, CCPs, and standard operating procedures, reviewing deviations, and determining appropriate corrective action. Travel of up to 25% is required.

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.
Skills in project management, problem solving, decision making, and process excellence.
Research knowledge in current and novel areas of dairy science, research management skills, knowledge of quality systems and state-of-the-art techniques, and strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of patent and regulatory affairs and ability to interact effectively with external agencies.
Ability to travel up to 25%.
For positions requiring travel, a valid driver’s license, at least state-minimum auto insurance, an acceptable driving record, and a vehicle suitable for meeting travel requirements are required.
Must have authorization to work in the country where the role is based; sponsorship eligibility is determined by Schreiber.

Responsibilities

Direct strategy and develop roadmaps for US Research and Development programs, covering product development, ingredient, product and process research, emerging technologies, innovation, pilot plant activities, product trials, 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, set priorities, ensure commitments are met, and identify and generate new R&D ideas and technologies.
Oversee research conducted by Schreiber with internal and external stakeholders, protecting trade secrets and product strategies and maintaining competitive advantage.
Own partner development activities, including identifying talent, partner development, promotions, and performance.
Participate in relevant industry trade associations and professional organizations and engage with universities and dairy research centers to help keep Schreiber technologically competitive.
Work with the leadership team to ensure compliance with food safety and 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 corrective action for partners who fail to follow standard procedures.

Benefits

$10,000 relocation bonus and a relocation package for eligible relocations of more than 50 miles.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one.
8% 401(k) match into the ESOP and an additional employer 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 in childcare assistance for eligible partners.
Wellness Incentive and employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account for fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses, for eligible partners.
Role-relevant development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits starting day one.
Access to an onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
Partners Helping Partners program to support employees experiencing hardship.