Research And Development Manager

Job Purpose

The R&D Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end supplier development of new menu items and existing products. The role ensures that all products align with brand strategy, consumer insights, operational feasibility, food safety standards, and commercial objectives. The position has a direct impact on product quality across all Americana brands and markets, ensuring consistent development, commercialization, cost control, and execution across regions. The role operates in close collaboration with brand leads, Quality Assurance, Operations, Procurement, Supply Chain, and franchisors, reporting to the Director of Food Technology & Commercialization.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new ingredient and product suppliers to support product development and innovation
• Develop supplier capabilities, including ingredient development, process improvement, and scalability for regional and global rollout
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