Samyang America, Inc. · 22 hours ago
Director, R&D Intelligence & Foresight
Brea, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$140K/yr - $165K/yr
10+ years expSamyang America is the #1 Gen Z brand, shaping the future of food culture with innovative flavors and experiences. They are seeking a Director of R&D Intelligence & Foresight to build a forward-looking intelligence capability grounded in R&D, integrating insights to identify future growth opportunities.
Food & Beverages
Responsibilities
Track and interpret emerging food technologies and processing methods
Monitor innovations in raw materials, ingredients, and product formulation
Assess technology roadmaps aligned with company capabilities
Partner closely with R&D to translate technical insights into growth and innovation implications
Monitor cultural, lifestyle, and consumer evolution trends
Identify early and weak signals ahead of traditional market data
Explore regulatory, sustainability, and ecosystem trends shaping future growth
Synthesize diverse signals into clear strategic opportunity areas
Frame implications for:
New product and packaging platforms
New business models
Cross-industry and ecosystem collaborations
Support growth exploration teams with structured foresight insights
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Strategy, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred)
10–15+ years of experience in strategy, innovation, new business creation, or venture-style roles
Proven experience leading ambiguous, early-stage growth initiatives
Strong ability to structure problems and drive decisions under uncertainty
Experience working cross-functionally with R&D, marketing, and commercial teams
Strong executive communication and influence skills
Preferred
Experience in CPG, food & beverage, or consumer innovation
Background in venture studios, incubators, accelerators, or internal growth teams
Experience leading or mentoring entrepreneurial teams
Exposure to partnerships, licensing, or M&A evaluation
International or multi-market experience
Benefits
Annual incentive bonus
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Life insurance
PTO/FTO
401(k) plan with company match
Company
Samyang America, Inc.
SAMYANG AMERICA, INC.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Youngsik Shin
Chief Executive Officer
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