• Job Description

  Req#: 238863

  Nestlé’s Research & Development Center is our regional powerhouse driving innovation in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical science. Backed by our global Nestlé R&D organization, we lead breakthrough discoveries that are both good for consumers and the planet. Our team of experts range from product developers to engineers, working across our portfolio of food, beverage, infant nutrition, and health science to create leading-edge products and services. As part of our organization, you will use your entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence to unlock the power of food and provide premium value.

  POSITION SUMMARY

  • Ensure adherence to Material & Recipe Management processes according to applicable Standards to support new product development compliant with internal and external requirements and on time.
  • Provide deep knowledge on ingredients, recipes, and corresponding management tools to support new product formulation and technical assistance.
  • Support the implementation strategy of the Corporate and Business initiatives or policies related to ingredients and recipes.
  • Support competence building in R&D and Operations on category specific Material & Recipe Management processes and tools.

  Responsibilities :

  • Support and guide the formulation of new products according to Material & Recipe Management processes.
  • Provide guidance on/ manage issuance of the recipe validation reports.
  • Review and approve the Raw Material Specifications of ingredients critical to formulations when relevant.
  • Participate in cross-functional project teams and provide recommendations to overcome ingredients and product related challenges.
  • Identify opportunities and drive improvement of Material & Recipe Management processes and tools (SAP-RM, CAT and DevEX) to support compliance by design, efficiency, and data quality.
  • Approve recipes according to portfolio in scope.
  • Trains users on category specific Material & Recipe Management processes and tools.
  • Provide coaching and guidance to Associate MRM Specialist.

  Experience:

  • Has bachelor’s degree or higher in food science, regulatory, or another related scientific field.
  • Experienced (2+ yrs.) in Innovation, R&D, Operations or in a factory or market, specifically on management of ingredients, recipes, finished products, compliance, or label data management.
  • Has statistical knowledge & ability to analyze and summarize data and make recommendations.
  • Understands regulatory compliance & with awareness of relevant food regulations.
  • Experienced in using software systems/applications.
  • Experienced working in cross-functional teams.

  To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

  The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

• About the company

  Nestlé SA is a Swiss multinational food and drink processing conglomerate corporation headquartered in Vevey, Vaud, Switzerland.

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