Regional Coffee R&D Product Lead

ZUS Coffee; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading coffee company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an individual to assist in developing and validating new recipes and formulations. The ideal candidate will conduct tests, document formulation details, collaborate with the Supply Chain, and analyze feedback for product improvement. This role is vital for supporting pilots and scaling across regions. Candidates should be able to maintain food safety standards and provide technical support post-validation. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to product innovation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and validating new recipes, formulations, and process standards.
• Conduct bench tests, sensory evaluations, and calibration trials for product improvement.
• Support Coffee Squad pilots, mass tests, and regional scaling (MY, PH, ID).
• Document formulation details, including BOM, gram dosage, and sensory notes.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain to ensure ingredient readiness and cost validation.
• Analyze test feedback and iterate based on consumer, barista, and market response.
• Maintain alignment to food safety, shelf-life, and QAQC requirements.
• Provide technical handover decks to Academy and Ops post-validation.

Job description

A leading coffee company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an individual to assist in developing and validating new recipes and formulations. The ideal candidate will conduct tests, document formulation details, collaborate with the Supply Chain, and analyze feedback for product improvement. This role is vital for supporting pilots and scaling across regions. Candidates should be able to maintain food safety standards and provide technical support post-validation. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to product innovation.