R&D strategy and innovation
- Develop and execute the regional R&D strategy aligned with Kemin’s global innovation priorities.
- Identify opportunities for new product development in feed safety, milling optimization, feed additives, premixes, and nutritional solutions.
- Monitor industry trends (e.g. feed efficiency, gut health, mycotoxin management) and competitor activity.
- Collaborate with global R&D teams on innovation pipelines and product adaptation for the SSA market.
Product development and localization
- Lead KSSA’s product innovation pipeline for continuous improvement of our product portfolio
- Lead development, adaptation, and validation of products for local species and production systems (poultry, ruminants, swine, aquaculture where applicable).
- Oversee formulation, trial design, data analysis, and commercial readiness.
- Manage product lifecycle including reformulation, improvement, and discontinuation.
- Ensure scientific robustness and documentation to support product claims.
Trial management and scientific research
- Design and oversee in vivo and in vitro trials with research institutions, farms, and partners.
- Ensure trials meet scientific, statistical, ethical, and regulatory standards.
- Interpret trial results and convert data into actionable insights for commercial teams.
- Publish or present findings where appropriate to strengthen Kemin’s market credibility.
Leadership and team management
- Lead, coach, and develop the regional R&D team.
- Build strong scientific capability within the organisation.
- Support cross-functional knowledge transfer to commercial and technical services teams.
- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability.
Regulatory, quality and compliance
- Ensure R&D activities comply with regulatory frameworks (e.g., feed additive regulations, registration requirements, applicable standards in SSA countries).
- Work closely with quality and regulatory affairs on product registration and claims substantiation.
- Maintain alignment with Kemin global standards, quality systems, and audit requirements.
- Ensure accurate, auditable documentation and data integrity.
Commercial and customer support
- Partner with commercial and technical services teams to support product positioning and differentiation.
- Translate technical data into customer-friendly value propositions.
- Support product launches, training, and customer trials.
Project and portfolio management
- Manage the R&D project portfolio, ensuring prioritisation aligned to business strategy.
- Track timelines, budgets, risks, and deliverables.
- Provide regular reporting and insights to regional and global leadership.
- Ensure efficient use of resources and return on R&D investment.
