Senior Manager, Sweetener Application
Core
Lead research studies and application experiments to develop ingredient and flavor solutions, specifically optimizing sweetness profiles and taste quality in beverages.
Role type
Senior Manager, Sweetener Research and Application
Builds
Ingredient and flavor solutions for beverages
Domain
Food Science / Beverage Industry
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Sweetener characteristics, Food science, Experimental design, Data interpretation, Project management, Cross-functional collaboration, Scale-up considerations, Organic chemistry, Good Laboratory Practices
Preferred skills
Master's degree in Food Science/Chemistry, Ph.D., Experience with carbonated/non-carbonated beverage processing
Technologies
Microsoft Office, Formula or database systems, AI-enabled tools
Responsibilities
Design and execute laboratory research experiments to evaluate new ingredients and technologies; Lead application research projects from concept to commercialization; Interpret analytical and sensory data to provide technical recommendations; Coach and guide technicians on specific projects; Represent the function in cross-functional committees for product development and process improvement.
Seniority
Senior Manager, hands-on leadership with strategic oversight