Global Cheese Applications Manager - Continental Semi-Hard

dsm-firmenich; Wageningen; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose-driven mission

Flexibility with ownership

Legacy of innovation

Room to grow

Well-being at the core

Job summary

A leading global food innovator is seeking a Manager Product Application Cheese for Continental cheese types in Wageningen, Netherlands. The role involves serving as a technical expert, supporting cheese production optimization, and managing technical projects. Ideal candidates should have over 8 years of experience in dairy and a university degree in Food Technology. Competitive benefits include a focus on sustainability, flexibility, and personal growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a dairy ingredient company with a focus on semi-hard cheese.
• Experience in project management in collaboration with commercial teams.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Act as the global technical expert for Continental cheese types.
• Support optimization of cheese production.
• Conduct application trials and performance evaluations.
• Translate customer needs into structured technical projects.
• Manage a portfolio of technical projects.

Skills

Technical expertise in cheese technology

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Fluency in English

Education

University degree in Food Technology or related field

Job description

A leading global food innovator is seeking a Manager Product Application Cheese for Continental cheese types in Wageningen, Netherlands. The role involves serving as a technical expert, supporting cheese production optimization, and managing technical projects. Ideal candidates should have over 8 years of experience in dairy and a university degree in Food Technology. Competitive benefits include a focus on sustainability, flexibility, and personal growth opportunities.