Scientist I

Mondelēz International; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mondelēz International is seeking a project‑driven RDQ/Product Development professional for a 12‑month assignment in Europe with travel to MEU countries. You will lead development activities, conduct trials, and write technical reports to support product shelf life, quality, and consumer specs.

The role requires a BS in Food Science or related field and 1–2 years in NPD, with strong communication and problem‑solving skills. Travel and collaboration with cross‑functional teams are essential.

Qualifications

• BS in Food Science, Food Production, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 1–2 years of Product Development experience, ideally in NPD.
• Willingness to travel 30–40% within MEU (Norway/Sweden, other MEU) and ability to work in a cross‑functional team.

Responsibilities

• Organize and execute RDQ projects in line with RDQ, marketing and manufacturing requirements.
• Plan and conduct pilot plant and factory trials per GMP and HACCP.
• Write technical reports with data analysis, conclusions and recommendations.
• Create and maintain consumer‑led specifications.

Skills

NPD experience

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Project management

Agile working

Education

BS in Food Science/related field

Job description

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.

Working as part of a cross functional team, you deliver the RDQ activities required to complete new product development, portfolio maintenance and/or productivity projects with an emphasis on meeting the desired consumer experience.

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.

Working as part of a cross functional team, you deliver the RDQ activities required to complete new product development, portfolio maintenance and/or productivity projects with an emphasis on meeting the desired consumer experience.

How You Will Contribute

With the support and guidance of a manager, you will organize and execute projects in line with RDQ, marketing and manufacturing requirements, effectively communicating status and risks. You will plan and conduct pilot plant and factory trials in accordance with good manufacturing practice and HACCP requirements and development activities (e.g. product shelf‑life testing, designing for quality, consumer test preparation etc.). You will also write technical reports that will require the analysis and interpretation of results and that lead to conclusions and recommendations and create and maintain accurate consumer‑led specifications.

What You Will Bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:

• Food science, science, or engineering ideally in a fast‑moving consumer goods market
• Working on teams and independently with the guidance of a manager
• Prioritizing and managing activities
• Identifying problems proactively and creating and implementing solutions independently
• Applying fundamental technical understanding to interpret and analyze data to reach clear conclusions
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing, including technical writing
• Putting the consumer at the heart of development activities

More About This Role

What you need to know about this position: this is a 12‑months assignment, from August/2026 until July/2027.

What extra ingredients you will bring

• 1–2 years of experience in Product Development, ideally within New Product Development (NPD)
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, agile working environment
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Project management experience or certification (nice to have)
• Note: While 1–2 years of NPD experience is ideal, we welcome applications from candidates with transferable skills and a strong willingness to learn.

Education / Certifications: BS in Food Science, Food Production, Chemical Engineering, or related field.

Travel requirements: The candidate must have availability to occasional travel within MEU (depends on project requirements) - 30‑40% to Norway/Sweden, and other MEU countries.

The responsibilities of this position are performed within the framework of a regional business model that is defined and managed by Mondelēz Europe GmbH, Switzerland.

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

Mondelēz International, Inc. empowers people to snack right in over 150 countries around the world. We are leading the future of snacking with mouth‑watering iconic brands such as Oreo, belVita, LU and Ritz biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Green & Blacks, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Philadelphia and Dairylea cheese; and Maynards Bassetts, Trebor and Trident gums. Our more than 80,000 colleagues around the world are key to the success of our business. Great people and great brands. That’s who we are. Join us on our journey to continue leading the future of snacking around the world by offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way.

Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Product development

Science & Engineering