This is 1 year contract role, with the possibility of extension
Mission
The position is responsible for innovation and product development within ingredient portfolio, with an emphasis on bakery applications. This person will also support our extensive customer base in new bakery ingredient development along with new applications of novel ingredient. The role will focus on innovation to help move ingredients from concept to commercialization while collaborating with other sales and admin teams.
Main Accountabilities
Develop new recipes/processes and modify existing recipes (only as required)
Research current consumer markets and latest technologies to develop new product concepts
Research / Source raw materials and other ingredients from preferred suppliers
Prepare product costings based on raw materials and manufacturing costs to ensure profitable products
Run trials of current products
Co-Ordinate with any customer complaint investigations or product issues
Compile, check and approve product specifications and labelling
Design the processes for making products with a consistent flavor, color and texture in large quantities
Test Bake and approve monthly blended products for sale
Preferred Knowledge with Foodworks 10 - Data Base ( Nutritional information for recipe/labels )
Monthly forecast of raw materials and blended finished products
Support sales staff with new products offering and creating products as per customer requirements
Educate customers on company products application, training where required
Develop and implement strategies for assigned customers to achieve the agreed targets and objectives
Establish strong relationships with directly assigned customers and ensure a high level of technical support to maximise the sales and profitability to Azelis
Travel to the Pacific Islands as required




To utilise the CRM and Business Intelligence (BI) systems as part of the daily work process and ensure that all relevant customer, lead, and opportunity-related information is captured and actioned.
To consistently seek and develop business opportunities in the form of new markets, customers, products, and suppliers
To ensure that all company policies and values are upheld in their entirety and to ensure that the business is represented both professionally and ethically in all dealings both internal and external
Follow the Responsible Care programme adopted by Azelis to achieve continuous improvement in the areas of safety, health, and environmental management
Other responsibilities as agreed
To ensure that all company policies and values are upheld in their entirety and to ensure that the business is represented both professionally and ethically in all dealings both internal and external customers.
To abide by our Corporate Values, Our Purpose and Mission and ARIA Values and Business Etiquette.
Experience, Skills & Education
5 years' experience in industry, i.e. in technical or in commercial role
Technical background in Baking or similar
A base knowledge of food fibers, proteins, starches, Hydrocolloids and Texturants
Self-motivated to start up new initiatives to generate new business
Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
Creative to develop new means to generate interest and fill the sales pipeline
The ability to adapt to new requirements and have a flexible approach
Highly organized and able to meet principal expectations
Confident in interacting at all levels within the business - from R&D; to commercial and senior management.
The drive to challenge yourself personally and develop new skills
The ability to think commercially and deliver results
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📌 Account Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 Azelis
📍 Brisbane