Senior Savory Flavor Technologist, R&D Leader (Philippines)

Symrise AG; Pasig; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Symrise AG in the Philippines is seeking a Senior Application Technologist for savory flavors to shape product development for snacks, sauces and processed meats. You will create prototypes, select flavors and work with Sales, Marketing and cross-functional teams to deliver market-ready concepts.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Food Science or related field, 8+ years in R&D for savory applications, strong sensory analysis skills, and hands-on laboratory experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Chemistry or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of work experience in R&D for savory applications (snacks and culinary) within flavor/food ingredients company or FMCG.
• Experience with processed meat applications is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of food regulations, safety standards and QA practices.
• Familiarity with ingredients and laboratory equipment.
• Sensory analysis capabilities.
• Hands-on, results-driven with urgency and commitment to excellence.
• Collaborative, creative, curious, coachable and self-motivated; strong project management and communication.

Responsibilities

• Assess and recommend suitable flavors for savory and culinary formats.
• Develop prototypes for snacks and culinary applications including seasonings, sauces and dressings.
• Leverage Symrise technology and technical expertise in product development.
• Stay updated on ingredients and application technologies.
• Maintain safe, clean, organized lab environment and compliant practices.
• Ensure developments meet legal, religious and customer requirements.
• Document recipes and evaluation data; support cross-functional project outcomes.
• Contribute to customer visits, tastings and presentations.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to develop market-driven concepts.
• Provide technical guidance and training to customers as required.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal communication

Sensory analysis

Team collaboration

Hands-on attitude

Curiosity to learn

Coachable

Education

Bachelor's in Food Technology or Food Science or Chemistry

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Symrise AG in the Philippines is seeking a Senior Application Technologist for savory flavors to shape product development for snacks, sauces and processed meats. You will create prototypes, select flavors and work with Sales, Marketing and cross-functional teams to deliver market-ready concepts.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Food Science or related field, 8+ years in R&D for savory applications, strong sensory analysis skills, and hands-on laboratory experience.