R&D Development Specialist

JDE Peet's; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days

Lifestyle coaching

Holiday allowance 8%

Year-end bonus 8.33%

Pension plan

Work-from-home allowance

Learning budget €1,500

Job summary

JDE Peet's in Utrecht is seeking a Development Specialist to join our Global R&D, Technology Solutions team. You will lead technology projects from research to implementation, partnering with NPD, Engineering and Operations to deliver value across the portfolio.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, cross-functional collaboration, and practical problem solving in our fast-paced coffee innovation environment. Join us to shape technology in a global business.

Qualifications

• Lead technology development projects from research to implementation.
• Collaborate with NPD, Engineering and Operations teams.
• Support writing technology factbooks and CQV preparation.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and provide technical consultancy.

Responsibilities

• Lead small to mid-sized technology development projects or workstreams.
• Plan budgets and allocate resources for projects.
• Collaborate with engineering, packing and category teams to ensure on-time delivery.
• Lead pilot or plant trials; report findings to stakeholders.

Job description

Who we are?

We are JDE Peet's. We craft coffee for every cup and build brands for every heart.

Company Description

We are JDE Peet's. We craft coffee for every cup and build brands for every heart. JDE Peet's - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper - is the world's leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our 'Reignite the Amazing' strategy, we are focused on brand-led growth across three big bets: Peet's, L'OR, and our 10 strategically selected local icons led by Jacobs. In 2025, JDE Peet's generated total sales of EUR 9.9 billion and employed a global workforce of more than 21,000 employees. Discover more about our journey to deliver a coffee for every cup and a brand for every heart at www.jdepeets.com.

Life at JDE Peet's? It's not just a job, it's a whole vibe upgrade.

• Work-life balance, but make it real: 25 annual leave days + 12 ADV days (yes, that's basically an extra month off). Plus a tax-efficient bike plan - skip the traffic, get fit, save money. Win-win.
• Well-being that goes beyond a wellness app: 1-on-1 lifestyle coaching on nutrition, sleep, stress and recovery. Real sleep workshops if you're running on empty. Confidential, judgment-free support for smoking, alcohol, or anything life throws at you - anonymous if you want it. Plus a fitness contribution and health insurance discount, because your body clocks in too.
• We've got your back, literally: Ergonomic assessments and workplace evaluations so your job doesn't wreck your body. Because "sustainable career" should mean your spine too.
• Growth that's actually funded: €1,500 net learning budget every calendar year - yours to spend on you. No red tape, no "maybe next year."
• Security you can actually count on: Fixed monthly salary + 8% holiday allowance + 8.33% year-end bonus, plus a pension plan where we've got skin in the game too.
• Flexibility that respects your life: Work-from-home allowance and commuting allowance, because your 9-to-5 shouldn't own your whole day.

Job Description

We're looking for a Development Specialist to join our Global R&D, Technology Solutions team. In this role, you'll lead technology projects from research to implementation, working closely with NPD, Engineering, and Operations teams. Responsibilities include:

• Lead of small to mid-sized technology development projects, or lead workstreams within a larger technology project.
  • Responsible for project/workstream planning, budgeting, and resources.
  • Collaborate with engineering, packing, and category colleagues to ensure on time in full project delivery.
  • Supporting in writing technology factbooks and Commissioning, Qualification, Verification preparation and completion.
• Building and applying relevant technological knowledge and best practices to support execution of projects as a well as troubleshooting of manufacturing challenges.
• Tasks can include: executing and leading pilot or plant trials; reporting & presenting findings within JDE stakeholder and project teams; and providing technical consultancy or support in personal expertise areas.

Qualifications

Working at JDE Peet's is hands-on, giving you the chance to leave your mark while working together as one team. We're a fast-paced company on a mission, focused on what matters most. Our environment demands energy, agility, and bold thinking. If you're ready to make an impact and grow in a global team, JDE Peet's is the place for you.

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