Flavourist & Technical Sales Specialist

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Flavourist & Technical Sales Specialist to join their innovative R&D and commercial team. This hybrid role combines creativity in flavour formulation with strategic sales expertise. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing flavours that meet customer specifications while driving sales through technical support. Ideal for professionals with a strong background in food science and flavour chemistry, this position offers a unique opportunity to influence product development in a dynamic environment focused on healthy eating and high-quality ingredients. If you're passionate about flavour innovation and client relationships, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related fields.
• Considerable experience in flavour creation and technical sales roles.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and develop flavours to meet customer briefs.
• Collaborate with R&D and marketing teams for flavour alignment.
• Act as the technical expert for the sales team.

Skills

Flavour Creation

Technical Sales

Communication Skills

Sensory Evaluation

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Food Science

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Biology

Tools

Flavour Technologies

Spray Drying

Powder Blending

Fermentation

Job description

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Client:

The People Co

Location:

home counties, uk, United Kingdom

Job Category:

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

8

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

The Company: This established company is a highly respected, innovative B2B business that delivers great-tasting products using the latest scientific techniques. Serving a wide range of international markets, they are passionate about healthy eating and high-quality ingredients.

The Role: The business seeks a highly talented flavourist to join their dynamic R&D and commercial team. This is a newly created hybrid position combining the creativity of a flavourist with the strategic focus of a sales professional. The successful candidate will be responsible for flavour creation to meet customer specifications and driving sales by providing technical expertise to business Food & Beverage clients. This role is ideal for a professional with a strong background in food science and flavour chemistry, paired with excellent communication skills, seeking a career in commercial sales.

Key Responsibilities:

• Formulate and develop flavours or modify existing ones to meet customer briefs
• Collaborate with R&D, product development, and marketing teams to ensure flavours align with consumer preferences and brand objectives
• Utilize the latest flavour technologies, raw material innovations, and sensory evaluation techniques
• Act as the technical expert for the sales team
• Conduct customer briefings to understand needs and deliver tailored flavour solutions
• Lead product presentations and demonstrations for clients
• Stay updated on global flavour trends, consumer preferences, and competitor offerings to guide innovative product development

People Profile:

• Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related fields
• Considerable experience in flavour creation, including client-facing or technical sales roles
• Expertise in flavour formulation, raw material knowledge, sensory evaluation, and regulatory compliance
• Experience with flavour technologies such as spray drying, powder blending, and fermentation
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills with a proven ability to build and maintain client relationships

We regret we cannot offer visa sponsorship and can only consider candidates who hold the right to work in the UK.