FMCG Product Development Scientist — Food Innovation Leader

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Generous paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Access to advanced research facilities

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Product Development Scientist to drive conceptualization, development and launch of new FMCG products. You will work in a state-of-the-art lab, collaborating with cross-functional teams to move ideas from concept to market.

The ideal candidate has a strong food science background, 5+ years in product development, and expertise in formulation, sensory evaluation and regulatory compliance. Office-based role in Bloemfontein with opportunities for innovation.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in a relevant field.
• 5+ years of FMCG product development experience.
• Expertise in product formulation, sensory evaluation, and analytics.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of new FMCG products from concept to commercialization.
• Conduct formulation research, ingredient sourcing, and testing for quality and safety.
• Optimize existing formulations to improve performance or reduce costs.
• Collaborate with marketing, regulatory, and manufacturing throughout the lifecycle.
• Stay updated on scientific advances and regulatory changes in FMCG.
• Document research, development, and testing activities meticulously.

Skills

Product formulation

Sensory evaluation

Analytical techniques

Regulatory knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Master's or PhD in Food Science

Job description

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Product Development Scientist to drive conceptualization, development and launch of new FMCG products. You will work in a state-of-the-art lab, collaborating with cross-functional teams to move ideas from concept to market.

The ideal candidate has a strong food science background, 5+ years in product development, and expertise in formulation, sensory evaluation and regulatory compliance. Office-based role in Bloemfontein with opportunities for innovation.