Flavor Development Specialist

PT Tri Sakti Purwosari Makmur (KT&G Group); Purwosari; On-site; IDR 250,000,000 - 400,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PT Tri Sakti Purwosari Makmur (KT&G Group) seeks a Flavor Development Specialist to join the R&D team in Purwosari, East Java. This full-time role focuses on creating innovative flavour profiles, ensuring quality, consistency, and regulatory compliance across product lines.

You will drive NPD from concept to launch, collaborate with global vendors, and mentor team members in flavor science and perfumery techniques.

Qualifications

• Min. Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, food engineering, biotech or related field.
• Min. 5–10 years of R&D experience in flavor industry (tobacco, food, or F&B).
• Ability to interpret instrumental analysis data (GC-MS) and lead sensory evaluations.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Understand NPD process to set development strategies and timelines across departments.
• Lead innovative flavor development by analyzing Indonesian tobacco market and global F&B trends.
• Build and manage strategic partnerships with global flavor vendors.
• Mitigate regulatory risks considering BPOM, Cukai, Halal, etc.
• Refine flavor profiles from lab scale to mass production.
• Establish training curricula for flavor theory, regulation, and application.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/ Chemical Engineering/ Food Engineering/ Biotechnology

Tools

GC-MS instruments

Job description

About the role
We are seeking a Flavor Development Specialist to join PT Tri Sakti Purwosari Makmur (KT&G Group), a leading organisation in the Research & Development sector, specialising in Flavor Development. This is a full-time position based in Purwosari District, Pasuruan Regency, East Java.
As a Flavor Development Specialist, you will play a crucial role in creating and refining flavour profiles that meet market demands and regulatory standards. You will be responsible for developing innovative flavour solutions whilst ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance across all product lines. This position is integral to our research and development operations and directly contributes to the company's competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Key responsibilities

• Understand the New Product Development process to establish development strategies/timelines and proactively coordinate projects across departments
• Lead innovative flavor development by analyzing the Indonesian tobacco market and global F&B (Food & Beverage) trends
• Build and manage strategic partnerships with global flavor vendors
• Mediate and resolve requirements from Marketing, Production, Quality, and SCM based on data-driven insighter
• Proactively mitigate risks by considering Indonesian regulatory requirements (BPOM, Cukai, Halal, etc.)
• Predict and resolve potential flavor-related issues from Lab Scale to mass production
• Establish training curricula for different levels (flavor theory, application, regulation, etc.) and provide vision/performance management to develop team members into professional Flavorists
• Professional perfumery/flavoring skills to realize target flavor profiles through component adjustment, exclusion, or substitution using base flavors
• Ability to implement product concepts by refining flavor profiles in collaboration with KT&G R&D and flavor suppliers
• Provide professional feedback to vendors on target flavors to minimize lead times and improve development accuracy
• Predict and solve potential flavor-related issues from Lab Scale to mass production
• Proactively mitigate risks by ensuring adherence to Indonesian BPOM, Cukai, and Halal certification requirement
• Conduct field-oriented technical training for team members on flavor preparation and sensory descriptors

What we're looking for

• Min. Bachelor’s Degree of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering, Biotechnology, or related fields
• Min. 5 - 10 years of R&D experience in the flavor industry (Tobacco, Food, or F&B), with essential experience in supplier collaboration, management, leading new product launches, and the full product launch cycle
• Ability to interpret instrumental analysis data (GC-MS, etc.) and lead sensory evaluations
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal in English

What we offer

At PT Tri Sakti Purwosari Makmur (KT&G Group), we are committed to supporting the professional growth and wellbeing of our employees. We offer competitive remuneration packages, opportunities for continuous learning and development within a dynamic science and technology environment, and access to modern laboratory facilities and equipment. We foster an inclusive workplace culture that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Our commitment to employee wellbeing includes flexible working arrangements where applicable, health and safety initiatives, and a supportive team environment that encourages professional advancement. We also provide opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects that contribute meaningfully to industry developments.

About us

PT Tri Sakti Purwosari Makmur is part of the KT&G Group, a respected organisation with a strong presence in the Science & Technology sector. We specialise in Chemistry & Physics applications and are committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our markets. With a focus on quality, safety, and sustainable practices, we maintain a reputation for excellence and reliability. Our team comprises skilled professionals who are passionate about advancing scientific knowledge and developing products that make a meaningful impact. We believe in fostering a collaborative culture where creativity and technical expertise combine to drive innovation and success.