Food Technologist

About the Role:

We are seeking a Food Technologist to join a growing Research and Development team and support the successful development of innovative food products from concept through commercialization. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate in Food Science Biology Chemistry Nutrition Microbiology Biochemistry or a related scientific discipline to begin a career in food manufacturing. The role offers hands-on experience in new product development ingredient sourcing procurement supplier management food safety regulatory documentation and cross-functional collaboration with Research and Development Quality Manufacturing and Supply Chain teams.

Responsibilities:

• Support new product development initiatives by sourcing raw materials ingredients and packaging components for research and commercialization projects.
• Identify evaluate and compare ingredients based on functionality quality cost availability nutritional profile and regulatory compliance.
• Obtain supplier pricing product specifications Certificates of Analysis (COAs) technical documentation samples and minimum order quantities.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with domestic and international ingredient suppliers and manufacturers.
• Assist with purchasing activities procurement processes supplier communications and sourcing documentation.
• Maintain accurate ingredient supplier and purchasing information within ERP systems and related business applications.
• Review technical documentation ingredient specifications and COAs to ensure compliance with quality food safety and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor ingredient availability market trends pricing fluctuations and emerging ingredient innovations to support sourcing decisions.
• Research new ingredients alternative suppliers and sourcing opportunities using technical resources scientific literature and AI-powered research tools.
• Collaborate with Research and Development Quality Assurance Regulatory Affairs Manufacturing Purchasing and Supply Chain teams to support successful product launches.
• Assist with supplier qualification activities supplier documentation management and vendor record maintenance.
• Identify opportunities to improve sourcing efficiency procurement workflows inventory management and supplier performance.
• Support additional purchasing procurement and product development projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Food Science Biology Chemistry Biochemistry Microbiology Nutrition Botany or another related scientific discipline.
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Comprehensive training in purchasing procurement and ingredient sourcing will be provided.
• Internship laboratory manufacturing research or academic project experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong interest in food manufacturing food ingredients product development procurement purchasing or supply chain operations.
• Knowledge of food science principles ingredient functionality food processing or product formulation through academic coursework or laboratory experience.
• Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel Word Outlook and the ability to quickly learn ERP systems and business software.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated initiative curiosity and willingness to learn new technical and business processes.

Desired Qualifications:

• Internship or professional experience within food manufacturing dietary supplements pharmaceuticals consumer packaged goods cosmetics or another regulated manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) food safety systems HACCP quality assurance laboratory operations or regulatory compliance.
• Exposure to ingredient functionality formulation development raw material evaluation or supplier qualification processes.
• Experience using AI tools scientific databases or research platforms to evaluate ingredients suppliers or market trends.
• Understanding of procurement sourcing strategies inventory management ERP systems or supply chain operations.
• Interest in developing a long-term career in Research and Development Food Technology Product Development Purchasing Procurement Strategic Sourcing or Supply Chain within the food manufacturing industry.