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Purpose of the Role : Lead the development of scalable customer formulations and apply functional food ingredients across Dairy, Beverages, Confectionery, Cereals, and Culinary sectors.

Manage customer projects, including costings, while reporting to the R&D Manager.

Provide technical support, collaborate with sales, and drive knowledge sharing, training, and promotion of global partners in Dairy, Fats & Oils, and Flavours.

Support customers and the sales team across Southern and East Africa while contributing to innovative food solutions.

Key ResponsibilitiesNew Product DevelopmentOversee trials, ensuring raw material availability and full traceability of specificationsCompile Technical Data Sheets, Certificates of Conformance, and Nutritional InformationDevelop new product formulations and costingsEnsure project deadlines are metTest and approve new raw materialsTranslate laboratory formulations into technical batch cards for productionOversee scaling up from laboratory to production while maintaining product qualityResearchFocus on new product development in Dairy, Beverages, Confectionery, Culinary, Flavourings, Nutraceuticals, and Novel IngredientsWrite reports, summaries, and protocols for new product developmentProvide technical support to Sales, Quality, and Production DepartmentsStay updated on industry trends, technologies, and legislationSystem Implementation & MaintenanceCompile, review, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures and laboratory documentationEnsure proper management of laboratory equipment and analysisOversee loading and maintenance of new raw materials and productsHuman ResourcesFoster a positive and collaborative work environment within the R&D teamUpskill staff through knowledge sharing and trainingMaintain a respectful and motivational attitude towards all personnelFinancialOptimize cost of sales through value engineering of existing productsMinimize costs for new product developmentQualifications, Experience, and Job RequirementsStrong practical and theoretical knowledge of food science and chemistryTertiary qualification (Degree / Diploma) in Food Technology or Food ScienceYears experience in R&D within food applications (Dairy, Beverage, Confectionery, Culinary, Flavourings, Nutraceuticals, or Novel Ingredients beneficial)Project management experience is an advantageAbility to work independently while aligning with broader business goalsProficiency in MS Office SuiteStrong written and verbal communication skills (English and Afrikaans)Willingness to travel occasionally within and beyond the regionValid drivers license and own reliable transport requiredComfortable tasting a variety of food and beveragesSkills and CompetenciesLogical thinker with a hands-on, problem-solving approachSelf-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines with minimal supervisionHighly organised with strong multitasking and prioritisation skillsSense of urgency and keen attention to detail in trial planning and follow-upsTeam player with a positive and motivating attitudeStrong planning and problem-solving abilitiesHardworking, dedicated, and energetic

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