Job Overview
The Senior Manager is a key role within the organization, responsible for driving innovation and growth in the beverage industry.
This position oversees the development of new flavors and concentrates, ensuring that they meet market trends, regulatory requirements, and company standards.
The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to bring innovative beverage solutions from concept to commercialization.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the design, development, and improvement of beverage flavors and concentrate formulations that align with consumer preferences and brand strategy.
* Manage a team of flavorists, chemists, and technologists focused on Flavor and Beverage concentrate innovation.
* Partner with product development teams to identify opportunities for innovation, renovation, and productivity.
* Oversee flavor & concentrate development projects, from ideation and formulation through testing, scale-up, and commercial launch.
* Act as a technical expert and leader, providing guidance on flavor chemistry, sensory evaluation, and concentrate processing and technologies.
* Establish strategic partnerships with external flavor houses, ingredient suppliers, and technical vendors to leverage innovation and optimize supply chain.
* Support troubleshooting and problem-solving efforts related to flavor & concentrate quality and production issues.
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional teams, including R&D, procurement, production, and quality assurance.
Benefits
This role offers a dynamic and challenging work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.