Manager, R&D Beverage

AirAsia

📍 , , malaysia, , , malaysia, Malaysia

Full-time Other Posted June 08, 2026

Job Description

Product Development & Innovation Lead

What You’ll Champion

  • Lead end‑to‑end beverage product development from ideation to post‑launch review.
  • Develop innovative beverage concepts aligned with market trends, customer preferences, and brand strategy.
  • Create and improve hot, cold, ready‑to‑drink, and functional beverage offerings across multiple channels.
  • Conduct sensory evaluations, benchmarking, and product optimization to ensure product excellence.

Commercialization & Operational Excellence

  • Work closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and QA teams to ensure smooth product implementation and scalability.
  • Translate product concepts into commercially viable products while maintaining cost efficiency and operational practicality.
  • Support launch readiness through SOP development, training materials, and product documentation.
  • Ensure formulations meet shelf‑life, food saf...