An experienced flavourist required for this innovative, well-established business, working with a wide range of clients and products.
Company.
This is the chance to join a world leading organisation with an international presence who are at the forefront of innovation. This unique opportunity will see you becoming part of a successful NPD team and work with a wide range of clients and products.
Key Accountabilities.
1. To drive and proactively engage with the Innovation teams, commercial teams, suppliers and customers to submit and develop ideas for business growth and follow innovation best practices
2. To be at the forefront of and drive marketing, application, and flavourings formulation innovation
3. To enable flavours team to manage scale up through pilot to commercial volumes
4. To support the introduction of flavours in the market
5. Own, improve, and follow the innovation / development end to end process
6. Take fully responsibility of the activities of the flavours team including regulatory/ compliance requirements.
The Person.
7. A food related degree qualification preferably in Food Science (or related science subject)
8. Highly experienced individual with exceptional level of understanding in relation to flavours creation and process across several categories including beverage, functional systems and bakery including the areas of concept development through to launch
9. Previous experience in application of flavourings in food product development and formulations. Having experience of dealing both with the retailer and QSR sectors
10. A track record in flavour concept, process and bringing product to market
11. To lead a team and motivate by example, ensuring each member of the team has continual professional development
12. Ability to communicate at all levels, working with the others within the senior innovations team reporting to the Group Innovations Director
13. As a “Foodie” with a keen interest in food trends, oversee the team working on customer briefs to develop concept ideas within the company and customer guidelines.
14. Excellent communication skills
15. Team player
16. Ability to handle multiple projects and work under pressure
17. Attention to detail
Ref: 41410JC