RD&A Technologist II

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

We are looking for a RD&A technologist for our RD&A team located in Coleraine.

As member of a very busy team, the person will collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure successful launches are achieved on time and to budget.

 

The individual will manage RD&A new product and packaging developments, ensuring that accurate and timely information is supplied to the associated site teams as well as to the customer.

Key responsibilities

• Owner of Product development from customer brief, scale up trials & customer launch.
• Responsible for co-ordinating NPD recipes on Optiva along with required paperwork
• Lead in raw material & supplier approval in MDG in line with site process
• Develop effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Co-ordinate RD&A commercialization process between customer and commercialization team
• Support site packaging, regulatory and quality team with the artwork process.
• Maintain customer Focus for ingredient and packaging developments within the marketplace.
• Sample Creation and dispatch to customers
• Remain fully flexible to meet business requirement

Benefits

At Kerry, we believe in creating an inclusive and flexible work environment that empowers our employees across Europe. Why work for us?

1. Agile Work Arrangements: We understand that work-life balance is essential. Whether it’s remote work options, agile working, on-site role or hybrid working model, we support our employees’ diverse needs.
2. Professional Development: We invest in your growth. Take advantage of training, workshops, and mentorship opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
3. Diversity and Inclusion: Kerry celebrates diversity. We foster an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and included, regardless of background, ethnicity, or gender.
4. Global Mobility: With offices across Europe and the globe, we encourage cross-cultural experiences. Explore new horizons through international assignments or transfers within our global network.
5. Competitive Compensation: Your hard work deserves recognition. Attracting and retaining top talent is essential for our success. That’s why we are committed to offering competitive salaries that reflect the value our employees bring to the organization. We regularly benchmark our compensation packages against industry standards and ensure that our employees are rewarded fairly for their skills, experience and contributions.

Join Kerry and be part of a company that values your uniqueness and supports your growth. Together, we’ll shape a brighter future!

Qualifications and skills

• Degree in Food Science (or related topic) or previous relevant experience in the Food /Manufacturing Industry
• Computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Experience in SAP and Optiva systems an advantage
• Fluency in English
• Able to work accurately and quickly in a fast-moving environment
• Able to work on your own initiative and pay attention to detail
• Good organizational skills and excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated with good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within a team