Senior Executive, Product Development

SD Guthrie Berhad; Selangor; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Benefits Coverage

Learning on Demand

Employee Wellness Programme

Employee Engagement Activities

Fully Subsidised Sports Clubs

Education Assistance

Job summary

SD Guthrie Berhad is seeking a motivated professional to join the Innovation & Technology team at Carey Island, Selangor. You will provide technical expertise and support across Southeast Asia, lead product development and application projects involving fats and oils for food applications, and drive customer growth in collaboration with Commercial, Marketing and R&D teams.

You will manage customer development projects from opportunity identification through commercialization, work with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline required.
• 3-5 years of experience in food product development or related technical roles.
• Experience in customer-facing technical support and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience in oils & fats, bakery, confectionery, dairy or related applications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and application support across SEA, Greater China, and local markets.
• Lead product development and application projects with fats and oils for food applications.
• Manage customer development projects from opportunity to commercialization.
• Organize customer engagement activities and collaborate with Commercial, Marketing and Business Development teams.
• Prepare technical reports, product specs, data sheets, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure development, validation, and implementation of solutions.

Skills

Bakery/confectionery knowledge

Oils & fats fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Food Technology/Science/Engineering/Nutrition

Job description

SD Guthrie Berhad (SD Guthrie) is one of the world’s leading producers of Certified Sustainable Palm Oil (CSPO), representing approximately 12% of the global market share (as of 31 December 2022). With over 84,000 employees across 12 countries, we pride ourselves on innovation, sustainability, and excellence. Our operations span the entire palm oil value chain, and we are expanding into new business verticals such as green industrial parks and renewable energy. We offer enriching career opportunities supported by cutting-edge technology and a commitment to sustainability. We are the world’s first palm oil company to have our net-zero GHG emissions reduction targets approved by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).

Location: SD Guthrie Technology Centre Sdn Bhd, Carey Island, Selangor

Business Unit: Innovation & Technology

Your Mission

• Provide technical expertise and application support to customers, distributors, and commercial teams across Southeast Asia, Greater China, and local markets. Support customer projects, product testing, technical communication, plant trials, and customer engagement activities to drive business growth and strengthen customer relationships.
• Lead product development and application projects involving fat and oils solutions for food applications. Conduct blending trials, pilot trials, and industrial validations to develop innovative products that meet customer requirements, market trends, and business objectives.
• Manage customer development projects from opportunity identification through commercialization, working closely with customers, Commercial, Refinery, and R&D teams to deliver fit-for-purpose solutions that support customer growth and business expansion.
• Organize and participate in customer engagement activities, industry exhibitions, technical seminars, training programs, product showcases, and co-creation workshops. Collaborate closely with Commercial, Marketing, and Business Development teams to promote SD Guthrie's product portfolio, identify new business opportunities, generate leads, and strengthen customer partnerships.
• Prepare and maintain technical reports, product specifications, technical data sheets, application guides, and other relevant documentation. Ensure products comply with regulatory requirements and customer specifications within the assigned markets.
• Work collaboratively with internal technical teams and cross-functional stakeholders, including Commercial, Marketing, Quality, and Refinery to ensure the successful development, validation, commercialization, and implementation of customer-focused solutions.

Technical

• Bakery/confectionery/frying/dairy knowledge
• Fundamental of Oils & Fats

Ideal Candidates

• Bachelor's Degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Food Engineering, Nutrition, or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in food product development, technical service, food applications, customer solutions, or related technical roles within the food industry
• Experience in customer-facing technical support, project management, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience in oils & fats, bakery, confectionery, dairy, foodservice, or related food applications is preferred.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Benefits Coverage
• Learning on Demand
• Employee Wellness Programme
• Employee Engagement Activities
• Fully Subsidised Sports Clubs
• Education Assistance (terms & conditions apply)