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Khloud

Good Stuff Zero Fluff. Protein Popcorn. 7g of protein per serving. Available at Target and khloudfoods.com

Senior Director of Research and Development

DirectorDirectorFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 1-10Company SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

1 day ago

Salary

$175K - $195K / year

Seniority

Senior

15 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Lead end-to-end product development from concept, benchtop, and pilot through commercialization • Improve existing SKUs (taste, texture, nutrition, and cost), including solving formulation challenges such as protein integration and texture optimization • Identify and develop new product platforms aligned with Khloud’s brand and consumer trends • Own ingredient selection, formulation, and nutritional targets (protein delivery, macros, clean label) • Partner with co-manufacturers to scale formulas and ensure consistent product quality in production • Manage shelf life testing, quality standards, and product specifications • Work cross-functionally with operations, marketing, and sales to launch new products successfully • Build and maintain relationships with ingredient suppliers, flavor houses, and innovation partners • Lead sensory evaluation and consumer testing to guide product decisions • Drive continuous improvement in cost of goods, ingredient functionality, and production efficiency • Stay ahead of emerging trends in snacking, protein delivery systems, and functional ingredients

Job Requirements

  • 15+ years in salty snacks R&D and product development required
  • Proven experience bringing salty snack products from concept to commercial scale
  • Strong expertise in snack formulation, particularly protein systems, texture, and flavor masking
  • Experience working with contract manufacturers and scaling production
  • Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to operate in a fast-growing startup environment

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