Senior Food Technologist (Senior Designer), Beverage
Location: Gurugram, Haryana, India
About IFF:
Are you passionate about applying your expertise to a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition? At IFF, we provide innovative solutions for the food & beverage industry worldwide. Join our Nourish team as a Senior Food Technologist (Senior Designer) in the Beverage category, where science and creativity converge to create essential solutions for a better world.
Position Summary:
As a Senior Designer in the Beverage category, you’ll collaborate closely with Commercial Teams, Flavorists, Food Technologists, Marketing, and Product Experience to transform innovation, consumer insights, and market trends into preferred solutions for our customers. You’ll also support business initiatives both locally and regionally.
Location: Gurugram, India
Reports To: Design Leader, Beverage
Key Responsibilities:
Project Execution: Lead the implementation and commercialization of IFF Innovations in the Beverage category for the Indian Subcontinent.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with various teams to execute commercial and innovation strategies.
Prototyping & Development: Develop beverage prototypes and flavor emulsions to meet customer needs.
Innovation Support: Promote the adoption of new technologies.
Knowledge Development: Maintain and expand knowledge of ingredients, customer bases, and flavor interactions.
Project Management:
Manage customer projects, selecting and recommending appropriate flavors and ingredients in compliance with customer requirements.
Collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, Flavorists, Product Experience, GRA, and other departments.
Strategy & Business Knowledge:
Build a network within IFF and establish relationships with customers.
Demonstrate an understanding of market trends and consumer preferences within the beverage category.
Technical & Product Management:
Develop formulations based on industry standards and specific customer requirements.
Use creative skills to develop new concepts and provide total solutions through problem-solving.
Qualifications:
Education: B.Tech or M.Tech in Food Technology or related field.
Experience: 10-12 years in product development in beverage categories (RTD, DPB, CSD, PSD, cordial syrup) within food manufacturing, ingredients, or flavor industries.
Skills:
Knowledge of proteins, pectins, gums, and other hydrocolloids.
Expertise in beverage raw materials, processing, and regulatory standards.
Strong project management, experimental design, and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant systems.
Why IFF?
As a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, we value uniqueness and diversity. IFF offers an inclusive workplace that celebrates individuality, allowing you to bring your authentic self to work. Learn more about our commitment to workplace diversity and inclusion: IFF Diversity & Inclusion.
How to Apply
Join us at IFF to make a difference in the world of flavor and nutrition!