A specialized food manufacturing company in Saudi Arabia focusing on Stevia sweeteners and sugar alternative products is urgently seeking an experienced and technically strong R&D Manager to lead research, development, and innovation across its product portfolio. This full-time role requires expertise in Steviol Glycosides formulation (Reb A / Reb M), taste optimization, cost optimization, scale-up from lab to industrial production, and regulatory compliance across food standards. If you hold a degree in Food Science, Engineering, or a related field and bring proven R&D experience in sweeteners or sugar alternatives, this is a career-defining senior opportunity in Saudi Arabia’s expanding health and food innovation sector in 2026. Apply directly to hr2@albadwy.com or via WhatsApp: 01220202877.
About the Employer — Saudi Arabia’s Stevia Food Innovation Company
Industry: Food Manufacturing — specializing in Stevia sweeteners and natural sugar alternatives
Location: Saudi Arabia — serving a rapidly growing health-conscious food and beverage market
R&D Focus: Steviol Glycosides formulation, taste optimization, cost efficiency, and technology transfer
Compliance Scope: Saudi and international food regulations and product quality standards
Hiring Mode: Urgent placement — apply immediately via email or WhatsApp
Why This R&D Manager Role in Saudi Arabia Stands Out in 2026
Niche Expertise: Stevia and Steviol Glycosides R&D is one of the most specialist and high-value food science disciplines globally
Saudi Growth: Saudi Arabia’s health food, sugar reduction, and natural sweetener market is expanding rapidly under Vision 2030
End-to-End Ownership: Lead formulation from concept through laboratory development to full industrial production scale-up
Career Growth: R&D Manager roles in specialty food ingredients in Saudi Arabia offer regional and global career advancement
Position Overview
The R&D Manager at this Saudi Arabia-based food manufacturing and Stevia sweetener company is a senior technical leadership role responsible for driving all research, formulation development, and innovation activities across the product portfolio. You will develop and optimize formulations using Steviol Glycosides including Reb A and Reb M, work to eliminate bitterness and aftertaste in Stevia-based products, achieve cost optimization targets without compromising product quality, scale up successful laboratory formulations to full industrial production, maintain comprehensive product quality specifications, ensure ongoing compliance with applicable food regulations and standards, and manage the technology transfer of formulations and manufacturing processes to production lines. This is a highly specialized role that sits at the intersection of food science, regulatory compliance, and commercial product development — built for an R&D leader who combines deep Stevia formulation expertise with strong project management and cross-functional technical coordination skills in the Saudi food industry.
Why This Role Matters: As R&D Manager at this Saudi Stevia food company, your formulation work is the foundation of every product the company brings to market. In a world where consumers are actively moving away from refined sugar and toward natural, clean-label sweeteners, the ability to develop Stevia formulations that taste genuinely good — without bitterness, without aftertaste, and with cost efficiency — is one of the most commercially valuable technical skills in the global food industry today. Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 health and food innovation agenda is accelerating demand for exactly these products. As R&D Manager, your expertise in Reb A, Reb M, and Steviol Glycosides formulation directly shapes the future of sugar reduction in one of the region’s most dynamic and health-focused markets.
Key Responsibilities
Formulation Development — Stevia & Steviol Glycosides
- Develop and optimize product formulations using Steviol Glycosides including Rebaudioside A (Reb A) and Rebaudioside M (Reb M)
- Lead taste optimization work — specifically reducing bitterness and eliminating aftertaste in Stevia-based sweetener products
- Design and execute formulation trials, sensory evaluations, and comparative testing against target product profiles
- Develop innovative Stevia formulation approaches that balance superior taste profile with cost-efficient ingredient use
Cost Optimization & Quality Specifications
- Achieve cost optimization targets across all Stevia formulations without compromising product quality or regulatory compliance
- Identify cost-effective raw material alternatives, ingredient combinations, and process improvements within formulation scope
- Develop, document, and maintain comprehensive product quality specifications for all R&D outputs and commercialized products
- Monitor product quality performance throughout the formulation, trial, and production phases and act on deviations proactively
Scale-Up & Technology Transfer
- Lead the scale-up of successful laboratory formulations from R&D stage to full industrial production capabilities
- Manage the technology transfer of formulations and manufacturing processes to production lines efficiently and accurately
- Collaborate with production teams to ensure laboratory-developed formulations perform consistently at scale
- Document all scale-up procedures, adjustments, and learnings to build a robust formulation transfer knowledge base
Regulatory Compliance & Standards
- Ensure all R&D activities and product formulations comply with applicable Saudi and international food regulations and standards
- Stay current with updates to food safety regulations, sweetener-specific guidelines, and labeling requirements relevant to Stevia products
- Prepare and maintain regulatory documentation to support product launches, market registrations, and compliance audits
- Liaise with quality and regulatory teams to ensure seamless compliance integration across all R&D projects
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational & Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, or a closely related scientific discipline
- Proven experience in Research & Development — preferably with direct experience in sweeteners and natural sugar alternatives
- Hands-on technical experience with Steviol Glycoside formulation — specifically Rebaudioside A (Reb A) and Rebaudioside M (Reb M)
- Demonstrated experience managing lab-to-industrial scale-up and technology transfer in a food manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of food regulatory requirements in Saudi Arabia and/or international food safety and ingredient standards
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong technical problem-solving skills in food formulation — specifically in taste optimization and sensory performance improvement
- Project management capability to lead multiple formulation development projects simultaneously in a results-driven environment
- Cross-functional collaboration skills — ability to work with production, quality, regulatory, and commercial teams effectively
- Strong documentation and reporting skills for specifications, procedures, and regulatory compliance records
How to Apply — R&D Manager Saudi Arabia
Send your updated CV directly via email or WhatsApp — mention “R&D Manager” in your message
hr2@albadwy.com
WhatsApp: 01220202877
Applications are being reviewed immediately — apply now for this urgent senior R&D opportunity in Saudi Arabia
About the Opportunity — Saudi Arabia’s Growing Stevia & Natural Sweetener Market
Saudi Arabia is one of the fastest-growing markets for health-conscious food products in the Middle East — driven by Vision 2030’s focus on reducing sugar consumption, promoting healthier lifestyles, and supporting food innovation. The natural sweetener and Stevia market in the Kingdom is expanding rapidly as consumers, food manufacturers, and the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) all align around reducing added sugar in food and beverage products. Specialized R&D Managers with Steviol Glycosides formulation expertise are among the most sought-after technical professionals in Saudi Arabia’s food ingredient and manufacturing sector in 2026 — making this an outstanding career opportunity for the right candidate.
Apply Now: Send your CV to hr2@albadwy.com or contact via WhatsApp at 01220202877. Mention “R&D Manager” in your message to ensure immediate consideration for this urgent placement in Saudi Arabia.
Who Should Apply?
- Food Science R&D Managers: With direct Stevia or Steviol Glycosides formulation experience and lab-to-industrial scale-up background
- Sweetener Formulation Specialists: With Reb A / Reb M experience and a track record of taste optimization in natural sweetener products
- Food Technology Engineers: With R&D management experience in food manufacturing and knowledge of Saudi or international food regulations
- Sugar Alternative Researchers: With expertise in natural sweeteners, clean-label formulation, and cost-efficient product development for commercial scale
- Saudi Arabia-Based R&D Leaders: Ready to take ownership of a specialized Stevia sweetener formulation function at a growing Saudi food company
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