Senior Flavorist

PT Shunda Flavor Nusantara; Jakarta Utara; On-site; IDR 200,000,000 - 320,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PT Shunda Flavor Nusantara invites a Senior Flavorist to lead the development and innovation of flavour compounds at our Central Jakarta escritório on a full-time basis. This strategic role focuses on creating bespoke flavour profiles that meet client specifications while upholding food safety and quality standards.

You will influence our product portfolio and competitive edge in a demanding market. The role requires 3+ years in flavour creation, strong knowledge of flavour materials, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in food flavour creation and replication.
• Knowledge of flavour materials, formation principles and processes.
• Familiarity with food laws, regulations and quality management systems.
• Strong innovation, cost-awareness, communication and teamwork; English required.

Responsibilities

• Independent flavour development and replication for sweet and savory profiles.
• Design, adjust, and document flavour formulations and process standards.
• Support trial production and resolve scale-up issues to maintain quality.
• Assist sales with technical support and key account visits.
• Stay updated on raw materials, technologies, regulations and market trends in food flavour.

Skills

Flavour creation

Flavour replication

Quality & regulations

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or above in Applied Chemistry, Flavor & Fragrance Technology, or related field

Job description

About us

PT Shunda Flavor Nusantara is a leading innovator in the food technology and safety sector, dedicated to developing cutting-edge flavour solutions for the food and beverage industry. We are committed to combining scientific excellence with culinary creativity to deliver premium flavour experiences to our clients across the region. Our company values innovation, sustainability and the pursuit of excellence in everything we do, making us a trusted partner for businesses seeking to enhance their product offerings.

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Flavorist to join our team at our Central Jakarta office on a full-time basis. In this strategic role, you will lead the development and innovation of flavour compounds and solutions, playing a crucial part in driving our product portfolio forward. As Senior Flavorist, you will be responsible for creating bespoke flavour profiles that meet client specifications whilst maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality. This position holds significant importance within our organisation, as it directly influences our competitive advantage and client satisfaction in an increasingly demanding market.

Key responsibilities

• Flavor Development & Innovation: Independently conduct the creation and replication of sweet and/or savory flavors; develop forward-looking flavor products based on market demands and customer proposals.
• Formulation & Technical Management: Responsible for the design, adjustment, optimization, and updating of flavour formulations; prepare relevant technical documentation (e.g., formulas, process standards).
• Production Process Support: Guide trial production of new products; resolve technical issues encountered during scale-up to ensure consistent product quality.
• Market & Technical Support: Assist the sales team in visiting key accounts and provide professional technical support; gain a deep understanding of customer needs and respond quickly with sample adjustments.
• Industry Insights: Stay abreast of new raw materials, technologies, regulations, and market trends in the food flavour industry and apply this knowledge to R&D activities.

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Applied Chemistry, Flavor & Fragrance Technology, or a related field; 3+ years of experience in food flavour creation, with the ability to independently handle flavour creation and replication.
• 2. Familiarity with the characteristics and applications of various flavour raw materials; mastery of fundamental flavour creation principles and processes.
• 3. Knowledge of food-related laws, regulations, and quality management systems.
• 4. Exceptional flavour acuity; superior olfactory and gustatory discrimination skills, along with strong capabilities in flavour replication and creation.
• 5. Strong sense of innovation and cost-consciousness; excellent communication and teamwork skills; ability to work effectively under pressure.
• 6. Proficiency in English is required, can speak Mandarin is an advantage

What we offer

PT Shunda Flavor Nusantara is committed to creating a workplace where talented professionals can thrive and develop their careers. We offer competitive remuneration packages commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our employees benefit from comprehensive health and wellness programmes designed to support both physical and mental wellbeing. We provide opportunities for continuous professional development through training programmes, workshops and industry conference attendance. We foster a collaborative and innovative work environment where your ideas are valued and your contributions are recognised. We maintain a commitment to work-life balance, offering flexible working arrangements where appropriate. Additionally, we provide a supportive workplace culture that encourages creativity, continuous improvement and career progression for high-performing team members.