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HIRING / Job Opening: MANAGER - BAKING APPLICATION – R&DLocation: Mumbai, IndiaPlease apply at: client, a leading global agribusiness and food MNC is looking to hire a MANAGER - BAKING APPLICATION – R&DRole Purpose Statement:The person should be expert in development of cake premixes and provide support in the development of cake premixes, egg free and egg-based premix. They should have sound technical knowledge of each bakery ingredient and functional role of each ingredient in the formulation. They should be able to provide technical solution in cake premixes – i.e., cracking in cake, dip in volume, crumbling in cake, etc.Main Accountabilities:•   Candidate should be able to define the problem and identify the root cause of the problem in cake premixes.•   Candidate should be able to identify the root cause of the problem, whether it is ingredient, process or application.•   Candidate should be able to provide solutions which are cost effective.•   Candidate should be able to scale up the product from lab development to commercial scale.• Candidate should be able to travel to market and plant, based on the requirement to solve issue/s.• Use knowledge of the Company’s business, structure and strategy to develop innovative solutions to improve results or eliminate problems.• Build partnerships, appropriately influence to gain commitment, foster talent and coach others to grow in current or future roles..• Drive results through high standards, focus on key priorities, organization, and preparing others for change.Technical:•Candidate should have sound technical knowledge on flour quality and able to define the key parameters in flour, which has direct impact on product quality.•Candidate should have market understanding about the bakeries, how application impact product quality.•Should be well versed with Indian Food Laws such as FSSAI, FPO, etc., and working knowledge on international laws such as FAO, WHO, EU legislations, Codex etc.•Good Knowledge on Food Safety aspects & Process controlsEducation & Experience:•  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Food Science/technology, chemistry, Physics, or related disciplines is a requirement. MS is additionally required if the bachelor’s degree is other than in Food Science / Food Technology..•   Require at least 10 years of experience in food ingredients industry, especially in cake premix.•   Good knowledge and long experience on cake premix in the food industry and to be able to support customers with all their technical needs and questions and provide technical solutions.