The R&D; Technologist Fillings and Decors is responsible for leading R&D; projects related to the product categories of Fruit Fillings, Cream Fillings & Decors. This includes all projects related to innovation, renovation, tailor made projects, process-production improvements, cost reduction.
This role, is a key driver in the business development in the country by supporting the local sales force, including direct support to customers for the implementation of the developed products.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY TASKS
Lead new product development
Provide R&D; support to production.
Assure training and technical support to the business development team (sales, marketing) and customers
Active networking and technological leadership
Regulatory compliance, IP protection and data management
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Internal Relationships:
Sales, Marketing, Operation (Production/Quality/Engineering), Process Experts and R&D; Managers from Regional and Group R&D; teams.
External Relationships:
Customers, Suppliers,
Technology Platforms, Universities & Schools.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Experience in related industry will be an advantage
3-7 years of R&D;/technical experience
Knowledge on starch, hydrocolloids, and baked goods
Professional fluency in English is required for both written and verbal communication.
Food science, engineer or related background
SKILLS AND COMPETENCES
Excellent organization, planning and project management skills
Hands-on mentality
Team player
Dynamic and proactive
Valuable communication skills
Good sense of synthesis
Multi-Task: can work in parallel on different projects