Senior Food Technologist (Senior Designer), Beverage
Company: IFF
Location: Gurugram, Haryana, India
About the Job
Summary: IFF is a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering innovative solutions for the food & beverage industry. We’re seeking a passionate Senior Food Technologist with expertise in the beverage category to join our Nourish team as a Senior Designer. If you’re driven to shape the future of food through science and creativity, this could be your next career step!
Key Responsibilities
Role Focus: As the Senior Designer for the Beverage category, you will be instrumental in delivering complete flavor solutions to our customers. You’ll collaborate closely with commercial teams, Flavorists, Food Technologists, Marketing, and Product Experience experts to transform consumer insights, market trends, and project briefs into valuable solutions for our clients and their brands.
Primary Duties:
Lead the execution and commercialization of IFF’s innovative beverage solutions for the Indian subcontinent.
Partner with cross-functional teams to support both Commercial and Innovation strategies.
Develop and test beverage prototypes and flavor emulsions to meet internal and customer requirements.
Drive the use of new technologies and ingredients within the business, staying informed on evolving trends.
Engage with regional experts to enhance experimental design and formulation practices.
Project Management:
Independently manage customer projects, ensuring flavor and ingredient solutions meet customer profiles, legal standards, cost considerations, and stability requirements.
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Flavorists, and other departments to achieve project goals.
Contribute to new concept development and innovation activities.
Strategic and Business Acumen:
Build and maintain networks within IFF and with key customers.
Understand market trends and evolving consumer preferences for the beverage sector.
Technical Expertise:
Develop formulations aligned with industry standards, country-specific requirements, and customer needs.
Continuously expand your knowledge of flavor performance, ingredient function, and manufacturing processes.
Innovate new concepts and provide comprehensive solutions using problem-solving and creativity.
Qualifications
Education: B.Tech or M.Tech in Food Technology or a related discipline.
Experience: 10-12 years in product development, particularly within the beverage sector (RTD, DPB, CSD, PSD, cordial syrup, etc.).
Skills:
Deep knowledge of proteins, pectins, gums, and hydrocolloids.
Familiarity with beverage ingredients, manufacturing processes, regulations, and troubleshooting.
Strong project management, experimental design, and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and company IS systems.
Additional Requirements:
Independent and proactive, with a collaborative mindset.
Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
Knowledge of food safety standards, GMP, and production processes.
Why Join IFF?
At IFF, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where you can be yourself. We celebrate individuality and value our team members’ unique backgrounds and perspectives, creating a culture of creativity and innovation. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at IFF Careers.
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