Research & Development
Job ID:
73953
Alba, CN, IT (Hybrid)
Permanent
About the Role:
We are happy to share that we are looking for a talented candidate to join our Technical R&D; Premium Chocolate Department as a Product Technical Performance Manager. In this role you will work on product development and implementation of new products as well as defining industrial processes for Premium Chocolate products across the world. You will work in a highly dynamic and international environment within Ferrero, contributing to the excellence and innovation of our products.
Main Responsibilities:
You will plan, organize and perform the necessary trials and experiments to deliver product and process development projects that meet defined requirements.
You will create and take ownership of the industrial recipes for the products under your responsibility.
You will provide support on project implementation from concept, industrialisation to product launch.
You will leverage product and process expertise on products that could be made with wafer, creams and different ingredients via lab trials, scale-up trials, factory and supplier’s trials and taste trials.
Additionally, you will have the responsability to identify new ingredients suitable for the products and develop new recipes according to group guidelines, ensuring optimum sensorial characteristics of new products throughout shelf-life.
You will define key technological parameters to produce new products, continuously improving existing manufacturing processes through LEAN & AGILE methods.
You will lead innovation in formulation, technolody and process control, as well as drive cost-optimization initiatives.
Finally, you will have the opportunity to work in strict cooperation with the laboratories and project managers and you will be the point of reference for Marketing, Engineering, Plants technologists, Quality, R&D; Raw material and Packaging Department.
About You:
You will bring your Master's Degree in Food Technology, Food Science or equivalent and experience in food companies, ideally in R&D;, quality or technical positions. Experience in chocolate moulding, fats and fillings processing and cereal and wafer baking would be considered a plus.
You have knowledge of Chemical, Microbiologist, Sensory and Nutritional Analysis, as well as knowledge of statistics and data analysis of industrial processes.
You are available for frequent travel in Italy and abroad, you are fluent in English and comfortable using digital tools.
Your passion for our products, consumers and category and your strong result-oriented attitude, problem-solving skills and attention to details will be key to perform at best.
About Ferrero:
Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.
DE&I; at Ferrero:
Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
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Our Application Process
We’re constantly looking for talented individuals who are ready to be part of our dynamic and growing organization. Ferrero is a company with a global presence and family values. Join us!
1. Apply
Complete your online application, upload your CV and include brief cover letter to help us understand your experience and interests
2. Assess
Our HR team will arrange a phone or video interview if we feel your qualifications are a good match for the job
3. Interview
If the first interview goes well, you’ll be invited to speak with a Ferrero manager to assess your competencies, technical aptitude and fit within our dynamic organization