CPS Inc
Posted: 01/07/2026 Industry: Laboratory - Food & Beverage Job Number: 2.26KO Pay Rate: 300,000 - 350,000 + Bonus Remote Friendly: On-Site Experience:
Job Description VP of Research and Innovation
In partnership with Platform & Solutions commercial leaders, the VP of Research & Innovation is responsible for leading the discovery and development of the company ingredient pipeline to drive competitive commercial growth. Primary responsibilities include stimulating and overseeing the research and development initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance for the markets of interest.
The individual in this role would drive innovation leveraging her/his teams along with external (Open Innovation) partnerships and the Process Engineering Department Director to deliver the innovation pipeline.
Such pipeline should be both innovative and competitive complying with required market regulatory standards as well as deliver against committed nutrition requirements as well as sustainability metrics.
Lastly, this role has the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to shape the continued technical ingredient capabilities into one powerful scientifically-driven innovation powerhouse.
MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES
Research and development leadership
Translating the company growth agenda into a visionary and realistic R&I strategy, setting scientific priorities, as well as coordinating the structure that supports scientific teams to deliver against our ambition
Oversee the planning, execution and evaluation of R&I projects to ensure NPD metrics are delivered on time
Fostering a culture of scientific excellence, creativity, agility and collaboration across the organization
Regulatory compliance, Nutrition and Sustainability commitments
Ensuring the R&I ingredient pipeline complies with regulatory standards for markets of interest
Incorporate input provided by the Nutrition Science Director
Devise scientific approaches that support our sustainability goals
Innovation and technology advancements
Liaising with Process Engineering Director to support the development of new technologies and processes that enhance quality and/or functionality, efficiency, and sustainability of existing products
Partnering with Open Innovation to identify and explore external opportunities and partnerships that align with market trends and consumer preferences and can augment company’s growth trajectory
Cross-functional collaboration
Working closely with teams across platform, supply and production to ensure initiatives are aligned with broader business strategies and operational capabilities
Talent development and management
Attracting, developing and retaining top scientific talent within the organization
Providing mentorship and guidance to R&I teams, fostering career growth and a culture of continuous learning and improvement
For more information, contact Kristine O’Sullivan at kosullivan@cps4jobs.com.
$300,000 - $350,000 + Bonus
Benefits Available
Job Requirements SKILLS & EXPERIENCES
Proven experience in research and innovation development in pharma, biotech or food ingredient providers
PhD in life science fields
Demonstrate experience developing commercial solutions to meet customers needs, driven by strong customer empathy
Proven leadership track record in creating high-performing teams of scientists and engineers
Global mindset and cultural agility
Proven ability to influence and deliver across a matrixed environment
For more information, contact Kristine O’Sullivan at kosullivan@cps4jobs.com.
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Job Description VP of Research and Innovation
In partnership with Platform & Solutions commercial leaders, the VP of Research & Innovation is responsible for leading the discovery and development of the company ingredient pipeline to drive competitive commercial growth. Primary responsibilities include stimulating and overseeing the research and development initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance for the markets of interest.
The individual in this role would drive innovation leveraging her/his teams along with external (Open Innovation) partnerships and the Process Engineering Department Director to deliver the innovation pipeline.
Such pipeline should be both innovative and competitive complying with required market regulatory standards as well as deliver against committed nutrition requirements as well as sustainability metrics.
Lastly, this role has the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to shape the continued technical ingredient capabilities into one powerful scientifically-driven innovation powerhouse.
MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES
Research and development leadership
Translating the company growth agenda into a visionary and realistic R&I strategy, setting scientific priorities, as well as coordinating the structure that supports scientific teams to deliver against our ambition
Oversee the planning, execution and evaluation of R&I projects to ensure NPD metrics are delivered on time
Fostering a culture of scientific excellence, creativity, agility and collaboration across the organization
Regulatory compliance, Nutrition and Sustainability commitments
Ensuring the R&I ingredient pipeline complies with regulatory standards for markets of interest
Incorporate input provided by the Nutrition Science Director
Devise scientific approaches that support our sustainability goals
Innovation and technology advancements
Liaising with Process Engineering Director to support the development of new technologies and processes that enhance quality and/or functionality, efficiency, and sustainability of existing products
Partnering with Open Innovation to identify and explore external opportunities and partnerships that align with market trends and consumer preferences and can augment company’s growth trajectory
Cross-functional collaboration
Working closely with teams across platform, supply and production to ensure initiatives are aligned with broader business strategies and operational capabilities
Talent development and management
Attracting, developing and retaining top scientific talent within the organization
Providing mentorship and guidance to R&I teams, fostering career growth and a culture of continuous learning and improvement
For more information, contact Kristine O’Sullivan at kosullivan@cps4jobs.com.
$300,000 - $350,000 + Bonus
Benefits Available
Job Requirements SKILLS & EXPERIENCES
Proven experience in research and innovation development in pharma, biotech or food ingredient providers
PhD in life science fields
Demonstrate experience developing commercial solutions to meet customers needs, driven by strong customer empathy
Proven leadership track record in creating high-performing teams of scientists and engineers
Global mindset and cultural agility
Proven ability to influence and deliver across a matrixed environment
For more information, contact Kristine O’Sullivan at kosullivan@cps4jobs.com.
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Packaging Engineer – Indianapolis, IN
Business Development Manager – Dallas, TX
Business Development Manager – Minneapolis, MN
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