Mansi Limbad, PhD
Research & Development Manager, Senior Food Technologist
Vadodara
Summary
Experienced and innovative food technologist with over 10 years of industry experience. Proficient in project management and skilled in food product formulation and Commercialization. Dedicated to driving company sales and ensuring customer satisfaction. Deep understanding of the food industry, consistently developing and implementing effective strategies to enhance product quality and meet market demands. Expertise in managing projects from conception to completion, collaborating with cross-functional teams for seamless execution and successful outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Research and Development Technologist
The Arnott’s Group - 180 Degrees
10.2023 - 9 2024
- Spearhead the end-to-end delivery of New Product Development (NPD) projects and Commercialize under the Premium Entertaining Category, focusing on the launch in the NZ and AU food markets.
- Conceptualized, managed, and successfully delivered NPD projects, including Single Baked Toasts, Chunky Inclusions Cookies, and Breadsticks.
- Crafted comprehensive customer briefs and product proposals for NPD portfolio, effectively presenting to key stakeholders such as ALDI, Coles, Woolworths, Food Stuffs, and other prominent retailers within AU and NZ.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams, including R&D, marketing, operations, and quality assurance, to ensure alignment and successful project execution.
Senior Research and Development Manager
Van Dyck Fine Foods Ltd
01.2021 - 10.2023
- Managed 2 direct reports.
- Responsible for end-to-end delivery of NPD projects, Commercialization, as well as Managed Engineering works projects.
- Developed funding application and secured funding and grants from various Govt. Organizations to be utilized towards productivity improvement and capacity expansions.
- Working cross-functionally to identify, define, and deliver value-added NPD and strategic initiatives.
- Trained in Advanced HACCP and European Hygienic Engineering Design Group (EHEDG).
- Managed and led multiple NPD, Engineering, and capital projects completed within budget and timeline, saving over $111K from the forecasted investments for FY21-22.
- Developed and launched new pancake formulations and created 'health foods' category using StageGATE methodology for Prebiotic, High fiber, Vegan, Ginger, Minnie's, pikelets, alternative flavors for brands like Coles, ALDI, Ready Chef Go, Burger King, Goodman Fielder, and for export to Asia-Pacific.
Food Quality and Compliance Manager
Bakeworks Limited
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Development of Keto products from conceptualization to commercialization.
- Re-formulated existing cookie range for quality and sensory taste perception, increased shelf life, and a cost-saving of $75K annually.
- Process improvement using the lean methodology for plant operations and product manufacturing helped in significant cost saving for the company – improved the process efficiency and saved more than $150K per annum.
- Developed FCP (Food control plans), HACCP (Hazard analysis and critical control points), H&S (Health and Safety) standards, and conducted regular internal quality audits.
Team Leader
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
07.2013 - 01.2014
- Lead the team of five for the new project of The Global Dictionaries and establish a strong working relationship with overseas suppliers based in Germany, the UK, and the USA.
- Analyzed and validated the client requirements, and solved them satisfactorily.
- Managed and coordinated the day-to-day activities held within the team in a timely and efficient manner.
Education
Ph.D. - Food Science And Technology – Sensory Sciences, Biochemistry And Microbiology
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, New Zealand 12.2014 - 09.2020
Post Graduate Certificate - Food Chemistry and Sensory Science
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, New Zealand 03.2014 - 06.2014
Master of Science - Microbiology
Maharaja Sayajirao University of Vadodara
Vadodara, India 05.2010 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Sardar Patel University
Anand, India 05.2007 - 05.2010
Skills
New product formulation
Project Management
Analytical Skills
Problem-solving abilities
Regulatory Compliance
Quality Assurance
Effective Communication
On-campus & Extracurricular achievements
- Elected as Postgraduate representative for Microbiology at the School of Sciences, AUT.
- Selected as Peer Mentor at Learning Communities, AUT.
- Worked as a Disability Support Provider at AUT.
- Appointed as Learning Communities Administrator at AUT.
- Trained in Indian classical music (Hindustani style) for three years.
Timeline
Senior Research and Development Technologist
The Arnott’s Group - 180 Degrees
10.2023 - 9 2024
Senior Research and Development Manager
Van Dyck Fine Foods Ltd
01.2021 - 10.2023
Food Quality and Compliance Manager
Bakeworks Limited
01.2019 - 01.2021
Ph.D. - Food Science And Technology – Sensory Sciences, Biochemistry And Microbiology
Auckland University of Technology
12.2014 - 09.2020
Post Graduate Certificate - Food Chemistry and Sensory Science
Auckland University of Technology
03.2014 - 06.2014
Team Leader
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
07.2013 - 01.2014
Master of Science - Microbiology
Maharaja Sayajirao University of Vadodara
05.2010 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Sardar Patel University
05.2007 - 05.2010
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