Manager Technology
Are you ready to lead cutting-edge technology development in dairy processing? FrieslandCampina is seeking a visionary Manager Technology to head our Evaporation, Drying, Heat Integration and Powder Hanlding team within R&D. In this pivotal role, you will also serve as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for our Specialised Nutrition (SN) business group, connecting R&D with both Global Supply Chain (GSC) and New Product Development (NPD). Join us in shaping the future of specialised nutrition through technological excellence.
Was wir erwarten
- A Master’s or PhD degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Technology, or a related discipline.
- Proven leadership experience in a technology-driven or R&D environment.
- Expertise in evaporation, drying, heat integration, and powder processing.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to translate business needs into actionable technology strategies.
- Fluent in English
Was wir bieten
- A strategic leadership role at the heart of FrieslandCampina’s innovation engine.
- The opportunity to impact the future of specialised nutrition globally.
- A collaborative, purpose-driven work environment with passionate professionals.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Access to professional development and career growth opportunities within a global organization.
Stellenbeschreibung
As Manager Technology, you will lead a team of 11 experts and project managers focused on developing and optimizing processing technologies for powdered dairy products. You will be responsible for driving innovation, ensuring operational excellence, and aligning technological developments with business priorities. As SPOC for SN, you will facilitate cross-functional collaboration, ensuring that R&D efforts support both supply chain efficiency and new product innovation.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the Evaporation, Drying, Heat Integration & Powder team.
- Developing technology roadmaps and managing project portfolios.
- Supporting scale-up and implementation of new technologies.
- Acting as the R&D representative in SN forums and strategic discussions.
- Ensuring safety, quality, and sustainability in all technology initiatives.
Details zum Team
Alle Kollegen auf LinkedIn anzeigenYou will be part of FrieslandCampina’s R&D organization, based in Wageningen, and lead a multidisciplinary team of technology specialists. The team works closely with colleagues across R&D, Operations, and the SN business group, fostering a collaborative environment where science and business meet. Your role as SPOC ensures that the team’s expertise is fully leveraged to support both current operations and future innovations in specialised nutrition.