RD&A Scientist

Kerry; San Juan del Río; Presencial; MXN 350.000 - 520.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kerry is seeking an RD&A Scientist in San Juan del Río to join our Category Technologies team. This role blends hands-on laboratory execution with rigorous technical analysis to validate alternative raw materials and support ongoing product optimization initiatives.

As a mid-level professional, you will work closely with global RD&A groups, manage data and documentation, and contribute to cost-saving material choices.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Food Engineering, or related field.
• Mid-level (Pleno) experience in RD&A, applications lab, or technical validation roles.
• Strong ability to work independently, make technical decisions, and execute with urgency.
• Experience with raw materials, ingredients, or food systems (dairy & meat experience is a plus).
• English at intermediate to advanced level, able to participate in global meetings and understand technical documentation.
• Willingness to work onsite in plant due to the hands-on nature of the role.

Responsabilidades

• Execute technical validations of alternative raw materials for existing formulations (one-to-one substitutions).
• Perform laboratory applications, including weighing, trials, sensory evaluations, pilot and selected industrial tests.
• Analyze and document technical data, specifications, and comparisons provided by global RD teams.
• Manage technical information and results in matrices and reports to support internal decision-making.
• Provide internal technical support to RD&A and cross-functional partners.
• Contribute to cost optimization initiatives by proposing technical alternatives and material savings.

Conocimientos

Laboratory skills

Technical validation

Data analysis

Sensory evaluation

Independent worker

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Food Science/Chemistry/Food Engineering

Herramientas

Laboratory instruments

Quality testing equipment

Descripción del empleo

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

At Kerry, we are looking for a RD&A Scientist to join our Category Technologies team in San Juan del Río. This role will be part of a global project, working closely with internal RD&A teams to validate alternative materials and support ongoing product optimization initiatives.

This is a hands-on, mid-level position with strong exposure to laboratory work and technical analysis, ideal for someone who enjoys execution, problem-solving, and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Execute technical validations of alternative raw materials for existing formulations (one-to-one substitutions).
• Perform laboratory applications, including weighing, trials, sensory evaluations, pilot and selected industrial tests.
• Analyze and document technical data, specifications, and comparisons provided by global RD teams.
• Manage technical information and results in matrices and reports to support internal decision-making.
• Provide internal technical support to RD&A and cross-functional partners.
• Contribute to cost optimization initiatives by proposing technical alternatives and material savings.
• Work in a hybrid role combining lab execution and technical/documental analysis.
• This role is 100% internal and does not involve direct customer interaction.

Qualifications and skills

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Food Engineering, or related field.

Mid-level (Pleno) experience in RD&A, applications lab, or technical validation roles.

Strong ability to work independently, make technical decisions, and execute with urgency.

Experience with raw materials, ingredients, or food systems (dairy & meat experience is a plus).

English at intermediate to advanced level, able to participate in global meetings and understand technical documentation.

Willingness to work onsite in plant due to the hands‑on nature of the role.