Senior Scientist

JG Summit Holdings, Inc.; Pasig; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Robina Corporation is seeking a Product Development Scientist (Bakery) in Pasig to lead cake-focused new product development, renovations and ingredient substitution, translating consumer insights into prototype designs.

The role requires 8–10 years in bakery product development, strong knowledge of food processes, analytical and problem-solving skills, and teamwork with Commercialization, Suppliers and Regional R&D to deliver market-ready innovations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Food Technology/Science or Engineering).
• 8–10 years bakery product development experience.
• Experience in cake segment product development and renovations.
• Knowledge of food processes and QA methods.

Responsibilities

• Create a strong scientific platform for new products using consumer insights and DOE.
• Develop prototypes, conduct trials, and validate designs with sensory tests.
• Identify and approve new ingredients for innovation projects.
• Collaborate with Commercialization, Suppliers, and Regional R&D on opportunities.
• Generate and maintain project records and monthly status summaries.
• Oversee technology transfer and documentation.
• Conduct trainings on innovations and new technologies.

Skills

Bakery expertise

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Curiosity

Creativity

DOE knowledge

Education

BS Food Technology

BS Food Science

BS Chemistry

BS Chemical Engineering

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

3F Global Innovations Center, Pasig, National Capital Region, Philippines

8 - 10 Years

Job Description

Grow Beyond UR Job with URC

Universal Robina Corporation is looking for a Product Development Scientist (Bakery)

The Product Development Scientist Lead projects specific to cakes segment, conducting new product development, product renovation and material substitution and qualification.

What are the Roles and Responsibilities?

• Create a strong scientific platform for the creation of new products leveraging consumer immersions, Kano analysis, DOE, Systat etc..
• Creates hypothesis based on consumer information and creates trial plans for testing. Conducts laboratory and/or plant trials to come-up with a prototype sample with the target product design or application. Validates the hypothesis using a range of techniques including physical/chemical/sensorial tests. Uses the appropriate testing panels - e.g internal panel for QDA, or a consumer panel, and uses the appropriate qualitative/quantitative testing approach.
• Identify and approve new ingredients to support innovation projects. Shortlists raw materials and/or flavors and/or flavour keys for innovation projects and is responsible for making these choices.
• Works with Commercialization teams, Suppliers, Regional R&D, and/or Marketing, on consumer-focused and related product opportunities
• Generates and maintains project records and monthly status summary.
• Holds primary responsibility for technology transfer and documentations.
• Conducts trainings and cascades on innovations and new technologies.

What are the Qualifications?

• Candidate must possess a Bachelor's Degree in BS Food Technology, BS Food Science, BS Chemistry, BS Chemical Engineering, or other related courses.
• Experience in handling bakery category/division manufacturing industry
• Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Food technology, Food Engineering and other related course
• In-depth bakery experience of 8-10 yrs handling product development, product renovation specialized in Cake segment
• Must have good knowledge on food processes (Food Science, Process Engineering) and has good attention to detail.
• Possesses good analytical, interpersonal and problem-solving skills with proficient computer and reporting skills.
• Must be curious, creative and always thinking of better ways to innovate products.

Job Snapshot

Updated Date

10-08-2026

Job ID

J_7826

Department

Bakery

Location

Location 3F Global Innovations Center, Pasig, National Capital Region, Philippines