Associate Scientist Product Development Sweet Goods & Dairy

Associate Scientist Product Development Sweet Goods & Dairy (m/f/d)

In the Department of Product Development Sweet Goods & Dairy at the location in Heidelberg

Startdate: immediately

fulltime

unlimited

What would be your key responsibilities

You are part of an international team of product developers and develop innovative concepts and recipes for semi-finished and finished products for national and international customers in the Sweet Goods & Dairy sector (with a focus on dairy and ice cream)

You independently manage customer projects from initial concept through to final product launch

You drive and support cross-functional initiatives and collaborative project teams.

You maintain a strong customer focus, including participation in customer meetings

You act as a technical point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders (e.g. Sales)

You prepare samples and evaluate products based on sensory and physical properties

You ensure proper product documentation and carry out data analysis

What will make you successful

You successfully graduated in Food Science, Food Technology, Dairy Science or a comparable field

You have gained relevant experience in the food industry

You have solid expertise in fruit preparations dairy and ice cream applications

You have a strong interest in product development, as well as nutrition and food trends

You have a passion and technical understanding for complex product development processes, as well as a strong problem-solving ability

You are experienced in working with international customers as a technical counterpart

You have proven ability to work on projects in cross-functional teams

You love innovations, you are constantly generating new ideas, and are not afraid to explore new approaches

You have a customer-oriented mindset and are willing to travel as part of your job (both nationally and internationally)

You are proactive, results-oriented, and driven by finding effective solutions

You are familiar with common software programs, have a certain affinity for IT

You thrive in a dynamic, international environment and enjoy building partnerships as well as collaborating across functions and cultures

You bring an innovative mindset and naturally adapt to agile ways of working

You have very good English skills and good German skills - you are fluent in at least one of these languages

You hold a valid European work permit

What you will get

Challenging tasks, short decision-making processes and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment with flexible work time models

Room for innovative thinking and growth

A company culture which promotes continuous learning and diversity

Excellent career opportunities in a world leading nutrition company

An attractive remuneration including a variety of social benefits like subsidized health & fitness offers

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About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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110615BR

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