Vice President of Research & Development/Head of Food / Chief Science Officer Candidate

SEEKING A ROLE AS: Vice President of Research & Development; Head of Food; Chief Science Officer in the Pet, Food, or Consumer Packaged Goods industries

IN LOCATION: Currently in Nashville, TN area, not open to relocating at this time

SKILLS AND ACHIEVEMENTS:
– Enterprise leader with 20 years of experience spanning all R&D functions, advancing $1B+ global brands, scaling new products across food and pet categories
– Proven record of turning complexity into clarity by simplifying change, aligning stakeholders, and delivering consumer-focused innovation at speed and scale
– Delivered significant savings and efficiency while maintaining (or increasing) quality and consumer appeal
– Led cross-functional teams of 25+ across R&D, Quality, Regulatory, and Supply Chain to drive breakthrough product development, modernization, and operational excellence
– Builder of people-first organizations: founded enterprise culture programs, mentored diverse leaders, and fostered intersectional connections between networks

EDUCATION: Master of Science in Food Science

COMPENSATION: Base salary expectation dependent on cost of living and responsibilities but likely in the $250K range plus incentives

If you are interested in speaking with this leader who:
– Has delivered measurable impact in both global market leading companies and entrepreneurial settings,
– Thrives in times of transition by making transformation less risky and more achievable,
– Bridges deep technical expertise with strong emotional intelligence to align teams, strategy, and execution
– Is looking to be part of a great team, please reach out to:

Contact:
Rhea Sharbono
rheas@kinsa.com
Worksite Preference:Remote, Hybrid Onsite/Remote Combination
Employment Preference:Permanent, Contract