At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive global enzyme strategy and collaborate across teams to innovate and commercialize enzyme technologies.
- Company: Join Lallemand, a leading Canadian company in fermentation ingredients with a global presence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, travel opportunities, and a chance to shape the future of biofuels and spirits.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and collaboration across diverse teams.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in biotechnology while working with cutting-edge enzyme innovations.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a scientific field and 7-10 years of relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 98550 - 120450 $ per year.
The Global Enzyme Manager will play a key role in driving the company’s strategic growth by shaping and executing its global enzyme strategy. Serving as a bridge between R&D, manufacturing, commercial teams, and external partners, this role will identify and explore new enzyme technologies and opportunities, guide their development, and help transform promising innovations into commercial solutions that support the company’s long-term growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop enzyme product targets across biofuels and distilled spirits industries globally by translating market, application, and field insights into commercialization priorities;
- Serve as the bridge between R&D, enzyme suppliers, CMOs, service providers, and LBDS/Lallemand stakeholders to drive internal and external enzyme development strategies;
- Evaluate manufacturing options for production site selection and model potential investment needs to meet product requirements;
- Undertake mass balance across enzyme production platforms and develop techno-economic models to inform decision making;
- Collaborate with stakeholder groups to ensure successful product launch and market adoption;
- Support customer and sales opportunities by providing commercial expertise and participating in customer meetings, trials, and validation activities as needed;
- Build and maintain product development roadmaps, timelines, and project priorities to support business objectives;
- Monitor and report on industry trends, emerging technologies, competitive activities, and regulatory developments to identify innovation opportunities;
- Present project updates, recommendations, and innovation strategies to leadership and key stakeholders;
- Support intellectual property development, including invention disclosures, patent evaluations, and technology assessments when appropriate;
- Attend and represent the company at internal and industry events, both nationally and internationally, as required;
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Technical Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Fermentation Science, Biological Engineering, or a related scientific discipline is required;
- 7-10 years of experience in enzyme development, industrial biotechnology, fermentation, biofuels, bioprocessing, or a related industry;
- Experience leading cross-functional product development projects from concept through commercialization;
- Experience working with contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs), external R&D partners, and technical service providers;
- Experience performing techno-economic analyses, business case development, and technology evaluations;
- Experience collaborating with commercial, operations, and technical teams in a global environment;
- Strong technical knowledge of enzyme categories, R&D, applications testing and manufacturing, including core engineering principles around fermentation and separation unit operations;
- Demonstrated ability to drive projects from concept to implementation with engagement in the field at customer sites, CMOs and R&D facilities;
- Advanced MS 365 skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams and Outlook.
Assets
- Master's degree or PhD in a related field is preferred;
Personal Qualities
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance technical and commercial considerations;
- Excellent project management and organizational skills;
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage technical and non-technical audiences;
- Ability to build collaborative relationships across diverse internal and external stakeholder groups;
- Demonstrated leadership and influence skills in a matrixed, cross-functional environment;
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.
General Criteria
- Valid driver's license required;
- Travel is required for up to 30% of working time to attend events, customer visits, and meetings.
Global Enzyme Manager employer: Lallemand
Lallemand is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration in the Mid Atlantic livestock market. With a strong commitment to employee growth, Lallemand provides extensive training and development opportunities, ensuring that team members can thrive in their roles while contributing to the well-being of animals through cutting-edge nutritional solutions. The company's supportive culture, combined with its focus on research and technical expertise, makes it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in agriculture.
