Technical Manager

• Manage the performance of a team (no more than 4-6 members) within the Segment Group, Creation Group, and Country Technical team to complete technical goals and exceed goals.
• Be the main technical contact at selected key accounts, developing relationships with customers to better accomplish project requirements and leading customer visits and product presentations.
• Be a technical expert and advisor to marketing, sales, flavor creation, application, sensory, and customers for multiple applications and creations.
• Provide direction from the local applications and creation standpoint to develop Science and Technology strategies.
• Be a local champion for new technologies, staying up-to-date with industry advancements and implementing them.
• Manage lab/pilot plant equipment needs within the allocated budget to improve the technical projects.
• Foster a diverse and inclusive environment, using differences in styles, thinking, and approaches.

• Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related area. A Master's or Ph.D. in Food Science, Chemistry, or related area is preferred.
• Fluency in English
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in a food applications lab, flavorist lab, production, or related area for candidates with a Bachelor's Degree.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in a food applications lab, flavorist lab, production, or related area for candidates with a Master's Degree.
• Minimum 4+ years of experience in a food applications lab, flavorist lab, production, or related area for candidates with a Ph.D.
• Project management skills with experience developing relationships across all departments.
• Work with customers and provide technical solutions, engaging the correct technical team.
• Experience supervising and managing technical teams, providing guidance for their knowledge and skill development.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations to both company partners and customers.

• Proficient in using flavor creation software and applications, such as Flavour Vision, Genesis, or similar tools.
• Knowledge of food and beverage industry regulations, including FDA and EU regulations.
• Familiarity with sensory evaluation techniques and methodologies.
• Experience conducting stability and shelf-life studies for food and beverage products.
• Knowledge of food processing techniques and equipment, including spray drying, extrusion, and emulsification.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques used in flavor analysis, such as GC-MS and HPLC.
• Understanding of ingredient functionality and interactions in food and beverage formulations.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide solutions.

• Great compensation package
• Medical Insurance
• Life insurance
• Pension Plan
• Shuttle Bus
• Annual Bonus

Remote working: Hybrid