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We are looking for a biotechnology professional to support our journey in creating new taste sensations in Fazer Confectionery Business Area!
In this role, you will be part of New Product Development, R&D, Forward Lab team that manages the development of sustainable breakthrough innovations in confectionery categories, with help of foodtech. We work tirelessly to develop new advancements and our discoveries of today are sure to be in the mouths and minds of tomorrow’s consumers.
Your focus will be the research and development of new chocolate alternatives, therefore knowledge of alternative cocoas, tropical oils, and fermentation technologies as well as previous experience in food science product development are highly appreciated. You will manage agreed development projects, do hands on contribution on lab experiments, conduct data search and new sustainable raw materials testing, introducing actively new ingredients and solutions/products based on there. You will also draft comprehensive development reports, and other scientific documentation throughout the development process and ensure that development and raw material projects as well as data search are completed and documented according to the plan.
You communicate development progress, timelines, and study results to upper management, ensuring transparency and alignment with project goals and engage in cross-functional collaboration to facilitate development work. You will work closely with Product Development, FoodTech, NPI and production, Sourcing, Category and brand management, marketing asset creation in Marketing & Communications, and other functions as needed. By creating sustainable food solutions through foodtech, new product development and R&D opportunities, you will support Fazer Confectionery, Group strategy and sustainability ambitions execution.
This is permanent position, located in Vaarala, Vantaa. We work in a hybrid model, meeting colleagues on a weekly basis.
It starts with the people. You’ll be working in a supportive and welcoming environment, surrounded by colleagues who will inspire you to be your best. Here you and your work matter. We’re passionate about what we do and we’re passionate about finding the right fit to join us! On top of inspiring work and a supportive environment, you will plan your own work in a fast-moving business with possibilities to learn and grow.
We at Fazer want to provide a culture of diversity and inclusiveness where all employees can experience an equal working community with a motivating, respectful and safe work environment.
In order to be successful in this role, you have proven track record from Food Science product development and research as well as demonstrated ability to create results. Confectionery product development and wide, different category expertise is seen as an advantage. Your proficiency is based on a Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Food Science or Engineering.
You are a forerunner in mastering science and practise of future food technologies with passion for chocolate development and knowledge of innovation methods. Understanding of supply chain constraints and implications, as well as knowledge of confectionery industry, communication and influencing is required.
You are a curious and hands-on person with innovation skills to find new ideas and differentiated new products. You take ownership of your development projects and deliver them with high quality. Your approach is persistent, and you manage uncertainty with ease. Your working style is analytical and systematic; you make decisions based on facts, pay attention to details and have the capability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously keeping track of on-going things in a timely manner. You feel comfortable communicating across the organization and partners in English, and you have a strong drive for results.
To apply, please send your CV and application no later than Wednesday 8.5.2024.
For more information, please contact Annika Porr, Senior Manager, Forward Lab, tel +358400863343, preferably on Wed April 24th at 10-11 or Mon April 29th at 13-14.
Fazer, The Food Experience Company, enables people to enjoy the best moments of their day. Our mission, Food with a purpose, builds on our strong more than 130-year heritage, consumer first approach and innovations to create the sustainable food solutions of the future. With our dedicated team of approximately 5,000 professionals, we focus on fast-moving consumer goods and our direct-to-consumer business in Northern Europe, and beyond with exports to more than 40 countries. Fazer’s operations comply with its Code of Conduct that is based on the Group’s values and the UN Global Compact. In 2023, Fazer Group had net sales of 1.2 million euros.
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