What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head of Development & Beverage Applications position at DöhlerGroup?
We’re looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Development & Application to lead our development and application teams. This is a key leadership role with a strong focus on driving innovation, ensuring technical excellence, and aligning product development with market and customer needs. This is a full time, onsite position based in our Princeton, NJ office.
Your Responsibilities
The compensation range provided reflects the expected base compensation only and does not include potential bonuses, incentive plans, or benefits. An individual’s final compensation offer will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education level, relevant experience, training, and geographic location.
Your Profile
Your Responsibilities
- Drive long-term strategy, lead product innovation, and ensure alignment with Dohler’s market and business goals.
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing, motivated team; oversee personnel planning, performance management, and development.
- Ensure effective communication and collaboration within the team and across departments.
- Drive continuous improvement by standardizing and optimizing processes, structures, and workflows.
- Lead digital transformation initiatives, develop and implement digitization strategies, and integrate new technologies to enhance business value.
- Plan and manage resources (human, financial, material) within the approved budget; take corrective action as needed in coordination with leadership.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and external standards; define internal regulations and implement corrective actions when necessary.
- Oversee the implementation and documentation of efficient processes within internal IT systems.
The compensation range provided reflects the expected base compensation only and does not include potential bonuses, incentive plans, or benefits. An individual’s final compensation offer will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education level, relevant experience, training, and geographic location.
Your Profile
- Masters/PhD
- At least 8 years of professional experience in a global application department, preferably in the ingredients or flavors industry
- At least 5 years of professional experience in a management position
- SAP experience highly preferred
- Less than 10% travel
- Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans to support you and your family
- Paid Parental Leave –Maternity and Paternity Leave so you can focus on what matters most
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match – Plan for your future with company-supported retirement savings
- Paid Time Off – Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with PTO and 11 Paid Holidays
- Employee Engagement – Join our Engagement Team for fun events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to connect with colleagues across the company
- Döhler Academy: You have the opportunity to continuously develop your education further through internal and external training programs
- Supportive Culture – Friendly and informal atmosphere, family-owned, flat hierarchies, open communication, and helpful colleagues
- Meaningful Impact – Be an integral part of our business success and help shape the future of nutrition
- Empowerment – Unleash your full potential with opportunities to grow, lead, and make a real differenc
Salary : $150,000 - $180,000
