Manager, Special Projects - Burnaby, Canada - Daiya Foods Inc.

Daiya Foods Inc.

Verified Company

Burnaby, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Welcome to the unexpected delight of plant-based exploration We're the creators of a revolutionary cheese alternative that tastes, shreds, melts and stretches like traditional cheese.

Today, as plant-based food grows in popularity, that spirit of innovation continues to inspire our team.

We believe in pioneering plant-based breakthroughs that delight people and planet. Our portfolio of great tasting foods provides an opportunity for everyone to gather around the table, whether you have food allergies, are flexitarian, vegan, vegetarian, or just plant-based curious

We're one big family of food-loving Daiyans, and we're always on the lookout for people who share our passion, our vision, and our ability to make each other smile.

SUMMARY:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead, coordinate, and execute all aspects of assigned projects and initiatives with R&D.
Lead value engineering program, including managing progress towards annuals targets, facilitating crossfunctional meetings and activities, and preparing reports and presentations.
Build project plans and ensure that deliverables are completed on time and on budget.
Scope new projects, identifying strategic priorities, building business case, and gaining alignment.
Research frameworks, trends, and develops, relevant to assigned projects and programs.
Establishes strong relationships with internal teams and external partners to advance projects and initiatives.
Work with stakeholders at all levels, and motivate others to achieve deliverables through clear expectations, facilitation, and communication.
Communicate with all levels of team to regularly engage, consult, share information, and report on progress.
Work in partnership with R&D leadership team to drive department and operational improvements.
Coordinate and lead partnership work with external stakeholders and vendors, as required to advance R&D initiatives and meet technical or business objectives.
Liaise with external partners and entities to define scope of work and negotiate contracts.
Plan, coordinate, and run brainstorming meetings, plant trials, and validation tests for key strategic projects.
Coordinate and support new production startup and troubleshooting inhouse for key strategic projects.
Proactively mitigates risks and resolves problems, by addressing issues in timely manner.
Ensure compliance with all government, industry, and company regulations and standards.
Maintain accurate records of all work, as well as all documentation required for SR&ED
Provide technical and project coaching to individual contributors.
Carry out other duties as

SKILLS:

Strong knowledge of R&D and food manufacturing
Strong technical and crossfunctional project leadership and management skills
Strong English oral and written communication and ability represent company in a professional manner.
Excellent organizational skills, maintaining accurate records of all technical and project work.
Selfdirected, accountable for delivering against multiple projects, initiatives, goals and metrics.
Accurately estimates timelines, anticipates and mitigates project risks and technical challenges.
Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders and work in teams.
Communicates with nontechnical team members to provide technical input and advice.
Strong ability to write detailed technical and project reports and gives clear presentations to communicate results; presents findings to R&D team and to the larger company.
Strong decision making, critical thinking, and problemsolving skills; critically assess the quality of data, research approach, and scientific underpinning from data obtained from internal and thirdparty institutes.
Constructively supports and challenges other R&D team members; provides productive feedback.
Constantly seeks to advanced technical and professional skills and expertise.

QUALIFICATIONS

Sc. in related science or engineering discipline (Food Science, Process Engineering, etc.)
7+ years of work experience in food R&D or product development; strong track record of technical delivery; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
PMP and/or comparable project management certifications or education is highly desired.
Demonstrated technical expertise and proven accomplishments as part of an R&D team.
Demonstrated experience in successfully leading R&D and crossfunctional projects.
Strong knowledge of R&D (food analysis, chemistry, safety, sensory), engineering or food manufacturing
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Office 365 and Sharepoint
Valid Canadian Driver's License
Travel up to 10% of the time
Ability to lift 50lb bags.

BENEFITS