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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Vice President, US Research and Development - R0025361 DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Job Category: Research & Development Job Family: Research and Development Job Description: The Vice President of US Research and Development will be responsible for shaping strategic plans and direct the Research and Development teams enabling delivery on growth and impact commitments. Direct product development, ingredient, product and process optimization and emerging technology research to increase shareholder value through new profit streams, protecting and improving existing profit streams, and creating Schreiber product advantages. What you\'ll do: * Direct strategy and develop roadmaps for all US Research and Development Programs at Schreiber foods including product development, ingredient, product, process and emerging technology research and innovation, pilot plant activities, product trials and commercialization and sensory programs. * Serve as senior leader representing research and development with key stakeholders with commercial and customers, supply chain and suppliers, and operations areas of business. * Oversee product project management by establishing key priorities and commitments are being met. Identify and generate new R&D ideas and technologies. * Oversee all research performed by Schreiber in partnership with internal and external stakeholders. Ensure that all trade secrets and product strategies are protected and have competitive advantage in our marketplaces. * Has ownership of all partner development activities. This includes identifying talent, partner development, partner promotions and performance. * Actively participate in industry trade associations and professional organizations, such as the National Cheese Institute (NCI), Food Research Institute (FRI), American Dairy Science Association (ADSA), and Institute of Food Technologists (IFT). Actively interact with relevant universities and dairy research centers with the objective of keeping Schreiber competitive in the technological arena. Together with the leadership team, ensures compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, in addition to customer requirements. Interprets and communicates customer requirements to plant production and/or support groups. Establishes and Audits PCPs, CCPs and Standard Operating Procedures to define and monitor processes, to ensure customer requirements are met. Reviews incidents during which the procedures are not met, and determines appropriate corrective action for partners failing to follow standard procedures. Eligible partners will receive: * Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee-owned company, you\'ll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. That means in addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount about 10% of your earnings toward your retirement every year. That\'s a company contribution of around 18% in retirement savings annually! * Earn bonus pay. You\'ll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals. * Earn \$ for focusing on your health. Get up to \$1,200 for your health savings account each year, plus get reimbursed for fitness membership, equipment or classes. * Pursue development that\'s relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber. * Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits starting day one. This includes an onsite nurse and mental health counselor. An Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. ***\ * OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: What you need to succeed: * Bachelors degree in Food/Dairy Science or related field * 15 + years of experience in Research & Innovation * 5+ years of research management expierence * Project Management, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Process Excellence. * Research into current and novel areas of dairy science, research management skills, knowledge of quality systems and state of the art techniques in the field, presentation and personal interaction skills are critical; knowledge of patent and regulatory affairs; able to interact effectively with external agencies. * Ability to travel up the 25% For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver\'s license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=aa2691720671776f77c170f45b8ecbf5 Other: Applicants ONLY to apply via URL link provided! Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.