Technology Product Development Specialist

Nestlé S.A.; Marysville (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé S.A. is seeking a Lead product development professional to drive innovative foods, beverages, and health-science projects from concept through launch.

You will lead bench-to-pilot scale-up, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure alignment with Nestlé’s I2L processes and sustainability goals. Applicants should have a Bachelor in food science with 5+ years in the food/beverage industry, strong project management skills, and experience with consumer insights and trial management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in food science/food technology required; master's preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in the food and beverage industry with product/formulation experience.
• Strong knowledge of trial management and project management in R&D.
• Understanding of consumer insights, finance and marketing basics.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development activities delivering innovative products/processes.
• Develop products using insights from consumer and technical data.
• Manage bench and pilot plant trials through scale-up to production.
• Collaborate across R&D, applications, markets, and factories in Nestlé networks.
• Document activities per Nestlé I2L and NesTMS processes.
• Assess carbon impact and ensure IP management and policy compliance.

Skills

Food science

R&D project management

Consumer insight methodologies

Trial management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in food science/food technology

Master's degree preferred in related field

Job description

Nestlé’s Research & Development Center is our regional powerhouse driving innovation in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical science. Backed by our global Nestlé R&D organization, we lead breakthrough discoveries that are both good for consumers and the planet. Our team of experts range from product developers to engineers, working across our portfolio of food, beverage, infant nutrition, and health science to create leading-edge products and services. As part of our organization, you will use your entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence to unlock the power of food and provide premium value.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Summary:

Lead product development activities that deliver innovative and competitive products/processes/systems in response to business needs in accordance with requirements.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop products in a timely manner, using innovative ingredients / processes with ideas generated from consumer and technical insights.
• Manage bench and pilot plant trials through factory scale-up. Products align with consumer preference and other corporate guidelines as well as agreed upon timelines.
• Work in project teams within R&D, Application Groups, Markets, Factories (Nestle & Co-man) and Business Units.
• Participate in training for Application Groups, including presenting in Product Development workshops.
• Document all product development activities in accordance with Nestle Idea to Launch (I2L) process, including the use of NesTMS (Trial Management System).
• Calculate the carbon impact of projects for sustainability deliverables
• Communicate findings effectively with stakeholders and partners.
• Ensure intellectual asset management practices are applied
• Comply with all Nestlé Integrated Management Systems and all other company policies and procedures.
• Continue to expand and share knowledge in scientific field and business aspects of the beverage industry.

Job Qualifications (Minimum Education, Experience, and Knowledge)

• Bachelor’s degree in food science/food technology or related field is required; Masters’s degree in Food Science/Food Technology or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years infood & beverage industry.
• Previous professional experience across food / beverage formulation & processing.
• Solid knowledge in scientific/technology field.
• Competent in all areas of the trial management process.
• Strong understanding of project management in R&D and basic project management skills.
• Understanding of Consumer Insight and Research Methodologies; basic understanding of finance and marketing methodologies.

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

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This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.