Israel R&D Manager

Israel R&D Manager

About Unilever- With 3.4 billion people using our products daily in over 190 countries, Unilever is a global leader in consumer goods, committed to making sustainable living commonplace.

Unilever Israel is one of the largest FMCG companies in the country, with beloved local and global brands like Telma, Hellmann’s, Knorr, Klik, Dove, and more.

About the Role

We’re looking for a strategic and passionate R&D Lead to head our Israel R&D operations.

You’ll lead a talented team, drive innovation and renovation agendas, manage product development, and ensure regulatory compliance across categories. This is a high-impact leadership role with strong cross-functional and global collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead R&D strategy, innovation, and product development
• Manage complexity, cost optimization, and regulatory compliance
• Collaborate with global R&D and local stakeholders (Marketing, Supply Chain, Legal, etc.)
• Engage with external partners (Ministry of Health, academia, startups)
• Oversee lab and factory trials, documentation, and portfolio improvements
• Represent Unilever in professional forums and associations

What You’ll Need

• B.Sc. or Engineering degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related field
• 10+ years of R&D leadership experience, preferably in food development
• Strong project and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Fluent in English; willingness to travel as needed