Technical Development Manager - Food/Nutrition - Savory

Airbus; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Paid parental leave

Healthcare plan options

401(k)

Job summary

Brenntag North America, Inc. is seeking a Technical Development Manager to drive market growth for savory flavors, aroma, and natural colors within the North American food industry.

The role focuses on dairy, meat, plant-based foods, and prepared meals, requiring close collaboration with producers and internal teams. You will partner with sales, R&D, and product teams to identify key accounts, tailor technical solutions, and accelerate customer projects, while maintaining compliance with North

Qualifications

• BS or MS in food science required.
• 10+ years in food product development and/or technical sales.
• Understanding of savory and dairy unit operations/ processes.
• Experience applying flavors and colors in diverse foods.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow markets for sensory components and functional ingredients in North American food industry.
• Identify target accounts and strategize market entry with product/category managers.
• Visit accounts with sales team and define customer technical needs with R&D.
• Collaborate with producers to suggest best solutions and accelerate projects.
• Ensure successful commercialization and provide training to field teams as needed.
• Stay informed on market trends and regulatory landscape in North America.

Skills

Technical Sales Experience

Self-motivated

Strategic thinker

Communication skills

Team player

Presentation skills

Education

BS or MS in food science

Job description

Your RoleTechnical Development Manager (TDM) will be primarily responsible for developing and growing the markets for the sensory components, such as savory flavors, aroma, and natural color, in addition to our full line of functional ingredients in the North American food industry. The primary categories of focus include, but not limited to dairy, meat, plant based dairy and meat, prepared meals, soups, sauces and dressings.Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:- Work with Brenntag’s strategic producer partners to learn their product portfolio, and understand the key technical attributes as it relates to their applications in food products- Work with product and category managers, to identify and strategize entry into the potential target accounts in the geographies assigned- Visit the accounts with the sales team weekly, and engage with customer’s R&D to define customer’s needs at the technical level- Engage with producer partners and suggest best solutions to the customer- Engage with the application team to accelerate customer projects, as needed- Follow up with the customers to ensure successful commercialization of the products in scope- Attend product trainings and extend training to the field account managers in their assigned regions as necessaryOther Functions/Responsibilities:- Conduct all functions of business with safety as the top priority- Work with Management on organizational priorities, goals, and objectives- Participate in all periodic team meetings and communicates activities for action/follow-up/execution as necessary- Attend internal and external training sessions for continued development of product and industry knowledgeYour ProfileAdditional Required Skills/Abilities:-Technical Sales Experience- Self-motivated and task oriented- Logical, critical thinker with an inquisitive and strategic mind- Proficiency in written and verbal communication- Team player with collaborative and engaging work style- Able to present ideas and solution concepts to colleagues, customers, as well as large industry audiencesMinimum qualifications:- BS or MS in food science.- Min 10 years’ experience in food product development and or technical sales- Understanding of unit operations and unit processes in the savory and dairy industries- Extensive hands-on experience with the application of flavors and colors in a variety of food productsAdditional essential attributes- Well versed with current market trends and key players in the food industry- Aware of the regulatory landscape as it related to food products in North America- Deep understanding of functional ingredient distribution in the food industryComputer Skills:- Functional knowledge of word processors, database software, sales tools, spreadsheets, presentation modulesTravel:- Requires up to 50% regional travel, as neededLocation:Located on the West CoastOur OfferWe aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.Paid parental leaveEducation assistance programEmployee assistance programVarious healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at [e-mail] (phone, tty, fax, email, etc.).Brenntag North America, Inc. and its subsidiaries use E-verify, a government-run, web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information, please go to https://www.e-verify.gov/employees or view the poster at https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster.pdf.Brenntag TA Team