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Category Product Technologist – Confectionery

Overview

A leading global food and beverage manufacturer is expanding its portfolio to include a new range of confectionery products. To support this growth, we are seeking an experienced and creative Category Product Technologist with deep expertise in confectionery formulation and process development — particularly in soft candies, gummies, and marshmallows.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the research, design, and scale-up of innovative confectionery products, translating ideas into high-quality, commercially viable solutions that meet consumer expectations across international markets.

This position works closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Quality, and Marketing.

Key Responsibilities

Product Innovation & Development

• Lead and contribute to the development of new confectionery products — soft candy, gummies, and marshmallows — from concept through to launch.
• Conduct category and competitor benchmarking, sensory profiling, and ingredient assessments to identify product opportunities.
• Generate and evaluate innovative product concepts based on consumer and regional market trends.
• Develop and validate product formulations using experimental and analytical methodologies.
• Create and maintain product and ingredient specifications, including nutritional, sensory, and process parameters.
• Ensure all developments comply with GMP, Food Safety, and Quality Assurance standards.

Project Management

• Independently manage multiple product development projects of medium complexity.
• Lead cross-functional project teams to deliver products on time, within scope, and to agreed quality standards.
• Communicate progress, risks, and key findings effectively to senior R&D management.
• Ensure smooth project handover to Operations through clear documentation, reports, and technical transfer.

Technical & Process Support

• Conduct lab, kitchen, and pilot-scale trials to validate formulations and processes.
• Support factory scale-up activities, troubleshooting technical issues during production.
• Initiate and oversee stability studies related to formulation and packaging changes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of formulation methods, ingredient performance, and process efficiency.

Continuous Improvement & Quality

• Approve quality control samples and ensure consistent product performance.
• Drive product improvement initiatives through sensory benchmarking, consumer feedback, and data-driven analysis.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to enhance ingredient functionality and optimize cost–quality balance.

Candidate Profile

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree (or higher) in Food Technology, Food Science, or Food Engineering.
• 5+ years’ experience in product development within the confectionery sector — ideally focused on soft candy, gummies, or marshmallow technologies.
• PhD in a related field will be considered an advantage.

Technical Expertise

• Comprehensive understanding of confectionery formulations, ingredient interactions, and processing techniques.
• Strong knowledge of flavour chemistry, including stability, generation, and sensory performance.
• Proficiency in experimental design, analytical testing, and data interpretation.
• Familiarity with industrial-scale confectionery processes, equipment, and technologies.
• Solid grasp of food safety, GMP, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Core Competencies

• Innovative mindset and passion for creating consumer-loved products.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent sensory evaluation skills.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong communication, planning, and organisational capabilities.
• Results-driven and adaptable to a fast-paced, project-oriented environment.

Why Join

• Opportunity to be part of a global innovation journey in confectionery, shaping new products from concept to market.
• A dynamic, forward-looking environment that values creativity, scientific expertise, and personal growth.
• Work alongside talented professionals in food technology, flavour science, and product innovation to deliver products enjoyed worldwide.

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