Research And Development Manager

Well-established company in the Agricultural Sector seeks an experienced Research and Development Manager. The purpose of the Research and Development (R&D) Manager is to lead and oversee the development of innovative fertilizer products that meet market needs. This role drives scientific discovery, product improvement and process optimization by coordinating cross-functional research efforts, collaborating with internal teams and external partners. This role will encompass working for all geographic areas of the Company’s presence. The R&D Manager ensures that the company remains at the forefront of fertilizer technology.

Package : R 1.1M

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the formulation and development of new fertilizer products
• Evaluate opportunities that will enhance the effectiveness of fertilizers by improving crop performance
• Perform project and product feasibility studies
• Define and implement a R&D roadmap aligned with business goals and market trends in order to define short and long term projects
• Apply scientific methods to support research findings
• Design trial protocols, oversee the management of the research projects, analyse data and write reports within the required timelines
• Maintain good documentation practices for protocols and reports, develop SOP’s
• Support product registration process
• Troubleshoot technical issues during production phases
• Hands‑on involvement with experiments in the laboratory, greenhouse and field trials
• Manage the routine activities in the laboratory
• Foster a culture of innovation, safety and continuous learning and collaboration within the R&D department
• Improve the knowledge of biotechnology within the agronomic team
• Lead and mentor junior members of the team
• Allocate resources, manage R&D budgets, and track project timelines
• Bring world‑class trends to the business

Desired Experience & Qualification

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