Scientist Product Development Sweet Goods & Dairy

Job Description

Scientist Product Development Sweet Goods & Dairy (m/f/d)

In the Department of Product Development Sweet Goods & Dairy at the location in Heidelberg

Startdate: immediately
fulltime
unlimited

What would be your key responsibilities

• You develop innovative concepts and recipes for semi-finished and finished products for national and international customers
• You independently manage customer projects from the initial idea through to final product launch
• You lead cross-functional projects and collaborate closely with Marketing, R&D, Sales, Production, Quality Assurance, and other internal stakeholders
• You take responsibility for selected focus accounts and actively contribute to our international product development team
• You act as a technical point of contact for customers and Sales and present technical concepts in meetings
• You participate in customer visits, both at our facilities and at customer sites
• You ensure accurate product documentation and carry out relevant data analyses
• You prepare product samples and evaluate them based on sensory and physical properties

What will make you successful

• You hold a degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Beverage Technology, or a comparable field
• You have several years of professional experience in the food and/or beverage industry
• You bring strong expertise in fruit preparations for dairy and ice cream applications
• You have experience working with international customers as a technical counterpart
• You know how to successfully manage projects within cross-functional teams
• You have experience in innovation and project management
• You bring a strong technical understanding of complex product development processes
• You have a customer-focused mindset and are willing to travel internationally
• You demonstrate initiative, resilience, and a results- and solution-oriented approach
• You are able to lead, motivate, and influence others without formal disciplinary responsibility
• You are fluent in German and English and hold a valid EU work permit

What you will get

• Challenging tasks, short decision-making processes and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment with flexible work time models
• Room for innovative thinking and growth
• A company culture which promotes continuous learning and diversity
• Excellent career opportunities in a world leading nutrition company
• An attractive remuneration including a variety of social benefits like subsidized health & fitness offers

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At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at

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Scientist Product Development Sweet Goods & Dairy | Archer Daniels Midland