Assistant Manager – Research & Development (R&D)

Confidential

📍 Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia

Full Time Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians Posted March 01, 2026

Job Description

Who are we: An FMCG business headquartered in Zambia, with a strategic presence across the African continent.


Who are we looking for: A detail-oriented and innovative Assistant Manager – Research and Development (R&D) to support product development, drive research initiative, and ensure continuous improvement within the business.


Objective: To support the development, improvement and commercialisation of confectionery and baking products by assisting in product formulation, trials, sensory evaluation and ensuring compliance with food safety, quality and regulatory standards.


What will you do:


Product and Process Development



  • Perform research and development activities for new product development and product improvements

  • Conduct laboratory, pilot and production trials and record observations

  • Develops new and improve...