Rd&A Scientist

Kerry & Co.; San Juan del Río; On-site; MXN 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerry & Co. busca un/a RD&A Scientist para unirse al equipo de Category Technologies en San Juan del Río, México. Este rol es hands-on, con enfoque en laboratorio técnico y análisis para validar materiales alternativos y apoyar la optimización de productos.

Se requiere experiencia media en RD&A o validación técnica, capacidad para trabajar de forma independiente, inglés intermedio-avanzado y disposición para trabajar onsite en planta. El puesto es 100% interno, sin interacción con clientes.

Qualifications

• Títulación en Ciencias de la Alimentación, Química o Ingeniería de Alimentos.
• Experiencia media en RD&A, laboratorio de aplicaciones o validación técnica.
• Capacidad para trabajar de forma independiente y tomar decisiones técnicas.
• Inglés intermedio-avanzado para participar en reuniones globales y comprender documentación.
• Disposición para trabajar onsite en planta debido a la naturaleza práctica del rol.

Responsibilities

• Validar materiales raw alternativos para formulaciones existentes (sustituciones uno a uno).
• Realizar pruebas de laboratorio, evaluaciones sensoriales, pilotos e pruebas industriales.
• Analizar y documentar datos técnicos y comparaciones suministradas por equipos RD&A globales.
• Gestionar información técnica y resultados en matrices e informes para toma de decisiones internas.
• Proporcionar soporte técnico interno a RD&A y a socios interfuncionales.
• Contribuir a iniciativas de optimización de costos proponiendo alternativas y ahorros de materiales.
• Trabajar en un rol híbrido que combine ejecución en laboratorio y análisis documental.
• Este rol es 100% interno y no implica interacción con clientes.

Skills

Mid-level RD&A experience

Independent work ability

English (intermediate-advanced)

Education

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

Job description

RD&A Scientist

Empresa : Kerry & Co. Tipo de empleo : Tiempo completo Mexico

Descripción del trabajo - RD&A Scientist

About Kerry

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.

Sobre la empresa

Kerry & Co.

We bring the voice of science to some of the most challenging questions facing the world of food and beverage.