R&D Strategy Portfolio - Projects Management

Position Summary:
The R&D Strategy Portfolio - Projects Management will play a key role in driving strategic R&D initiatives across AIG's business units. This position is responsible for managing the R&D project portfolio, coordinating cross-functional innovation projects, monitoring project execution, and ensuring alignment between R&D activities and business growth strategies.
The role requires strong project management capabilities, strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and a solid understanding of food ingredients, manufacturing, and innovation processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Department: Research & Development Reporting to: Head of R&
DR&D Portfolio & Strategy Management
Support the Head of R&D in developing and executing the R&D innovation roadmap aligned with company business objectives
Manage and monitor the overall R&D project portfolio across multiple categories and business units
Prioritize projects based on strategic importance, market potential, resources, risks, and timelines
Track project progress, milestones, KPIs, budgets, and resource allocation
Project Management
Lead cross-functional R&D projects from concept development to commercialization
Coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, QA/QC, and Manufacturing teams to ensure smooth project implementation
Establish project timelines, deliverables, governance processes, and reporting structures
Innovation & Market Insight
Conduct market intelligence and trend analysis related to food ingredients, flavors, nutrition, beverage, bakery, dairy, seasoning, or related sectors
Support innovation pipeline development through customer insights, technology scouting, and competitor analysis
Collaborate with internal and external partners, suppliers, and customers on innovation initiatives
Performance & Reporting
Prepare regular R&D portfolio reports and strategic updates for management
Develop dashboards and performance tracking tools for project efficiency and innovation effectiveness
Analyze project outcomes and recommend continuous improvement initiatives
Requirement:
Bachelor's degree or above in Food Technology, Food Science, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Business Management, or related field
MBA or Project Management certification is an advantage
Minimum 5-8 years of experience in R&D project management, innovation management, strategy, or portfolio management within Food Ingredients, FMCG, Food Manufacturing, or related industries
Proven experience managing cross-functional projects and multiple stakeholder
Experience in innovation commercialization and product development processes is preferers
Strong project management and strategic planning skills
Excellent analytical, presentation, and communication abilities
Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional coordination capability
Data-driven mindset with strong problem-solving skill
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Power BI, or project management tools
Good command of English
Preferred Profit
Experience in regional or multi-company project coordination
Familiarity with food ingredient applications and industrial manufacturing environment
Agile, proactive, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment