Vice President, Molecular Discovery & Measurement Sciences

LOCATION: Bridgewater, NJ     

REPORTS TO: SVP, Chief Innovation Officer                              

The Vice President of Molecular Discovery & Measurement Sciences is a key role that will lead the strategy and development of key technology platforms: Biotransformation, Plant Science, Advanced Chemistry, Analytical Science, Materials Characterization, and Sensory and Consumer Science. The Vice President will drive the development of key capabilities that deliver innovation for businesses growth across all operating Segments as well as lead the implementation of high-quality and data-driven solutions that support internal operational partners. This role will have a particular focus on developing new capabilities and commercially relevant technologies that drive innovation for Texture & Healthful Solutions, Protein Fortification, and Sugar Reduction.

Core Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute multi-year global Molecular Discovery & Measurement Sciences strategy and build technology platform capabilities to deliver innovation against Ingredion’s P2W aspiration
• Grow & establish Ingredion’s capability as a thought leader and partner for advancing data-driven, fundamental science-based impactful solutions for customers and consumers
• Inspire & lead teams to identify & scope Molecular Discovery areas for Ingredion in alignment with the company's growth aspirations
• Lead teams through the discovery process, including the interpretation of commercial insights, structuring research plans, guiding fieldwork, analyzing findings, and developing new knowledge and products
• Synthesize and effectively communicate Molecular Discovery and Measurement Systems findings to inform product design and business decisions to broad stakeholder audiences
• Establish and maintain strong relationships and standards to ensure that the group’s capabilities effectively influence the holistic product development and commercialization processes.
• Create and support a deep trust & high performing culture that encourages a team-based environment to motivate & inspire staff to work collaboratively towards growth targets
• Lead, inspire & mentor the leadership team to identify and enable professional development opportunities for all team members
• Oversee the operations and related budgets of the team and maintain a high level of fiscal accountability

Qualified candidate will have:

• Phd/Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Chemical Engineering/Bioprocessing, Food Science, Food Chemistry/Biochemistry, Food Engineering, Food Microbiology, or a related field with progressive growth in R&D, innovation, and commercial strategy
• Demonstrated experience leading and directing chemistry, discovery, or measurement sciences functions, including R&D planning, execution, and strategic program development.
• Proven ability leading and building large organizations (over 50 people) across multiple sites and/or geographies.
• Strong technical skills, with an understanding of new technologies as they relate to Ingredion’s operating Segments.
• Familiarity with end-to-end food/ingredient commercialization processes is highly desirable, with a preference for a wide range of product category experience.
• Excellent executive presence, with ability to act as a global thought leader and represent Ingredion to the Board, customers, and other senior stakeholders.
• Visibly demonstrated experiences, results-orientation, and behaviors consistent with Ingredion’s Values.
• Experience with ingredient manufacturers and/or consumer goods manufacturing companies, direct Consumer Packaged Goods experience a plus.
• Ingredient Structure-Function understanding across broad Food & Beverage categories. 
• Demonstrated Texture Science expertise preferred
• Specific technical knowledge concerning starches, hydrocolloids, and other texturizers, sweeteners, and functional nutritional ingredients.

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Relocation Available:

Pay Range:

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.