Junior R&D Technologist

The Kraft Heinz Company; Orrell; Híbrido; GBP 28.000 - 36.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid working (4 days in office / 1 W

Competitive benefits package

Bonus structure above market

Descripción de la vacante

Kraft Heinz is seeking a Junior R&D Technologist for the UKI R&D team. This fixed-term 12-month role (with potential extension or conversion) offers the chance to contribute to consumer-focused product development in a high-performance environment.

You will implement projects from concept to launch, collaborate with internal and external partners, and work across functions in a multi-skilled team reporting to the R&D Senior Manager.

Formación

• Bachelor-level degree in a food-related science discipline or equivalent (Biology, Chemistry, Engineering).
• 2–3 years’ experience in food companies and product development is preferred.
• Ability to translate science/tech into consumer products and data-driven decisions.
• Consumer focus with interest in trends and food innovations.

Responsabilidades

• Lead NPD, value engineering and supply chain projects within R&D governance.
• Deliver projects from concept and prototyping through industrialization and launch.
• Execute category technology programs and deliver future-proof technical enablers.
• Collaborate with external partners on co-creations and projects per strategy needs.
• Coordinate with International BUs for project alignment and knowledge sharing.

Conocimientos

Fluent English

Data-driven

Team player

Science & technology understanding

Educación

Degree in Food Science & Technology

Descripción del empleo

Fixed-term Contract: 12 Months (with potential for extension or conversion to a permanent role.).

About the Position

We have an excellent opportunity available for a Junior R&D Technologist to make a difference in our organization. This position lies within the UKI R&D team. You’ll be working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. You’ll be reporting to the R&D Sr. Manager.

Get ready for working as a proactive contributor, getting projects delivered and collaborating with internal and external partners. The job holder will work in a multi-skilled team and will effectively collaborate across functions.

Main Responsibilities

• Technically implement NPD, Value Engineering & Supply Chain projects through R&D governance
• Complete projects from consumer concepting and prototyping until industrialization and product launch.
• Execute category technology program, consolidating technical expertise and delivering future proof technical enablers.
• Collaborate with external partners about co-creations and projects, in line with strategy needs and building strong network
• Connect with International BUs for projects alignments, portfolio management and knowledge/best practice sharing

Qualifications

Hard Skills

• Degree in Food Science & Technology (or equivalent in related field as Biology, Chemistry, Engineering)
• Preferably 2-3 years of experience in food companies and product development.
• Ability to understand science & technology and translate in products solution, data driven decision maker
• Consumer focus, curious about trends and food innovations
• Great teammate, collaborative and emphatic.
• Creative, energetic & pragmatic.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Fluent English

Professional Attributes

• Team player
• Achieving results with the team is simply the best. You’re a team player, working towards the same common goal together with your teammates. You connect easily with people and feel motivated by international environment and experience different cultures
• Ability to Simplify
• Your ability to simplify and pragmatism will be highly appreciated, as your capability to translate concept in delicious product using at the best your technical skills and know-how.
• Communication Skills
• At Kraft Heinz you’ll easily be exposed to senior management, no matter your level. Therefore, it’s important you have excellent communication skills, to deal with all kinds of different stakeholders.
• Curiosity, creativity & enthusiasm
• You’re curious, positive and enthusiastic. You are consumer focused and food passionate. You are a self-starter, driven by purpose and driving initiatives and actions. You are not afraid to challenge to get right results.

What we offer you

• An ambitious employer; we only want to the best for our people!
• Trainings and coaching to help develop your skills and behaviours
• Flexible and hybrid working approach (4 from the office/1 from home)
• Family-friendly and inclusive work environment
• Competitive benefits package to support mental, physical, financial and social well-being
• A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market)
• Always room for new ideas; if you have a good idea, please let us know, and we can set it in action!

Location (s): Kitt Green, UK.