Manager Research & Development (Salty Snacks)
Conagra BrandsChicago, Illinois, United States
Posted November 25, 2025
107000 - 156000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Conagra Brands is a leading food company with a rich heritage of making great food, with a focus on innovation and commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact the team, communities, and the health of the planet.
Job Description
The Manager Research & Development (R&D) will provide product design leadership for designated brands and platforms, manage a technical team, and drive food product innovation for assigned businesses.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science or related field
- 7+ years of relevant experience in the food industry
- 2+ years of people management or leadership experience
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence technical and business partners
- Basic understanding of business and financial principles
- Strong negotiating skills for effective conflict resolution
- Comfortable working in manufacturing environments with exposure to loud noise, heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions and all food allergens
- Capable of lifting 25–50 lbs periodically and standing for extended periods
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare plans
- Wellness incentive program
- Mental wellbeing support
- Fitness reimbursement
- Great pay
- Bonus incentive opportunity
- Matching 401(k)
- Stock purchase plan
- Career development opportunities
- Employee resource groups
- On-demand learning
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid-time off
- Parental leave
- Flexible work-schedules
- Volunteer opportunities