About the Role

A leading FMCG and Beverage Innovation company is seeking an experienced Food Technologist to join their team in Johannesburg. This role offers a unique opportunity for a commercially astute professional to lead the full product development lifecycle, from global trend intelligence to commercial scale-up for some of the world’s most iconic foodservice brands.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end development of new syrups, sauces, powders, and fruit concentrates from concept to commercial launch.
• Translate client briefs and global trend insights into market-ready product formulations.
• Lead sensory evaluation programs and shelf-life studies to ensure high quality and analytical rigor.
• Manage Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical data sheets, and product costings to meet margin targets.
• Ensure 100% compliance with local and international food-labelling regulations and certifications like FSSC 22000, Halal, and Kosher.
• Oversee supplier vetting, raw material evaluations, and audits to maintain quality standards.
• Manage pilot plant trials and lead the transition from bench-scale innovation to full factory production.
• Mentor junior food technologists to enhance technical capability and professional ownership within the R&D team.

Requirements

• BSc in Food Science, Food Technology, or a closely related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in R&D or food technology.
• Proven track record of independently leading products from concept to commercial launch.
• Expertise in ingredient functionality, including sweeteners, stabilisers, and flavour systems.
• Advanced command of sensory evaluation methodologies and shelf-life testing protocols.
• Proficiency in nutritional calculations, regulatory labelling, and technical documentation like BOMs and spec sheets.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety management systems such as FSSC 22000 and HACCP.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and conducting raw material audits.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and lift technical capability across the R&D function.

Qualifications

No formal education or certifications are specified in the original job description. Therefore, this section will be skipped.

Salary & Benefits

The employer is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. However, no specific salary amount was mentioned in the original job description. Therefore, this section will also be skipped.

About the Role

A leading FMCG and Beverage Innovation company is seeking an experienced Food Technologist to join their team in Johannesburg. This role offers a unique opportunity for a commercially astute professional to lead the full product development lifecycle, from global trend intelligence to commercial scale-up for some of the world’s most iconic foodservice brands.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end development of new syrups, sauces, powders, and fruit concentrates from concept to commercial launch.
• Translate client briefs and global trend insights into market-ready product formulations.
• Lead sensory evaluation programs and shelf-life studies to ensure high quality and analytical rigor.
• Manage Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical data sheets, and product costings to meet margin targets.
• Ensure 100% compliance with local and international food-labelling regulations and certifications like FSSC 22000, Halal, and Kosher.
• Oversee supplier vetting, raw material evaluations, and audits to maintain quality standards.
• Manage pilot plant trials and lead the transition from bench-scale innovation to full factory production.
• Mentor junior food technologists to enhance technical capability and professional ownership within the R&D team.

Requirements

• BSc in Food Science, Food Technology, or a closely related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in R&D or food technology.
• Proven track record of independently leading products from concept to commercial launch.
• Expertise in ingredient functionality, including sweeteners, stabilisers, and flavour systems.
• Advanced command of sensory evaluation methodologies and shelf-life testing protocols.
• Proficiency in nutritional calculations, regulatory labelling, and technical documentation like BOMs and spec sheets.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety management systems such as FSSC 22000 and HACCP.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and conducting raw material audits.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and lift technical capability across the R&D function.

Qualifications

No formal education or certifications are specified in this job description.

About the Role

A leading FMCG and Beverage Innovation company is seeking an experienced Food Technologist to join their team in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have a strong expertise in flavour science and commercial R&D, with a commercially astute approach to lead the full product development lifecycle from global trend intelligence to commercial scale-up for some of the world’s most iconic foodservice brands.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end development of new syrups, sauces, powders, and fruit concentrates from concept to commercial launch.
• Translate client briefs and global trend insights into market-ready product formulations.
• Lead sensory evaluation programs and shelf-life studies to ensure high quality and analytical rigor.
• Manage Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical data sheets, and product costings to meet margin targets.
• Ensure 100% compliance with local and international food-labelling regulations and certifications like FSSC 22000, Halal, and Kosher.
• Oversee supplier vetting, raw material evaluations, and audits to maintain quality standards.
• Manage pilot plant trials and lead the transition from bench-scale innovation to full factory production.
• Mentor junior food technologists to enhance technical capability and professional ownership within the R&D team.

Requirements

• BSc in Food Science, Food Technology, or a closely related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in R&D or food technology.
• Proven track record of independently leading products from concept to commercial launch.
• Expertise in ingredient functionality, including sweeteners, stabilisers, and flavour systems.
• Advanced command of sensory evaluation methodologies and shelf-life testing protocols.
• Proficiency in nutritional calculations, regulatory labelling, and technical documentation like BOMs and spec sheets.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety management systems such as FSSC 22000 and HACCP.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and conducting raw material audits.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and lift technical capability across the R&D function.

Qualifications

No formal education or certifications are mentioned in the original job description. Therefore, this section is skipped.

Salary & Benefits

The salary for this role is highly competitive based on experience, but no specific number is provided in the original job description. Therefore, this section is skipped.

Note: The contact information and follow-up process remain unchanged as per the original job description.

About the Role

A leading FMCG and Beverage Innovation company is seeking an experienced Food Technologist to join their team in Johannesburg. This role offers a unique opportunity for a commercially astute professional to lead the full product development lifecycle, from global trend intelligence to commercial scale-up for some of the world’s most iconic foodservice brands.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end development of new syrups, sauces, powders, and fruit concentrates from concept to commercial launch.
• Translate client briefs and global trend insights into market-ready product formulations.
• Lead sensory evaluation programs and shelf-life studies to ensure high quality and analytical rigor.
• Manage Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical data sheets, and product costings to meet margin targets.
• Ensure 100% compliance with local and international food-labelling regulations and certifications like FSSC 22000, Halal, and Kosher.
• Oversee supplier vetting, raw material evaluations, and audits to maintain quality standards.
• Manage pilot plant trials and lead the transition from bench-scale innovation to full factory production.
• Mentor junior food technologists to enhance technical capability and professional ownership within the R&D team.

Requirements

• BSc in Food Science, Food Technology, or a closely related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in R&D or food technology.
• Proven track record of independently leading products from concept to commercial launch.
• Expertise in ingredient functionality, including sweeteners, stabilisers, and flavour systems.
• Advanced command of sensory evaluation methodologies and shelf-life testing protocols.
• Proficiency in nutritional calculations, regulatory labelling, and technical documentation like BOMs and spec sheets.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety management systems such as FSSC 22000 and HACCP.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and conducting raw material audits.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and lift technical capability across the R&D function.

Qualifications

No specific qualifications mentioned in the original job description.

Salary & Benefits

Salary details not explicitly stated, but a highly competitive salary based on experience is offered.

A leading FMCG and Beverage Innovation company is looking for an experienced Food Technologist with strong expertise in flavour science and commercial R&D to join their team in Johannesburg. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute professional to lead the full product development lifecycle from global trend intelligence to commercial scale-up for some of the worlds most iconic foodservice brands. If you have a designers eye for sensory experience and a track record of independently leading products to market, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Own the end-to-end development of new syrups, sauces, powders, and fruit concentrates from concept to commercial launch.
• Translate client briefs and global trend insights into market-ready product formulations.
• Lead sensory evaluation programs and shelf-life studies to ensure high quality and analytical rigor.
• Manage Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical data sheets, and product costings to meet margin targets.
• Ensure 100% compliance with local and international food-labelling regulations and certifications like FSSC 22000, Halal, and Kosher.
• Oversee supplier vetting, raw material evaluations, and audits to maintain quality standards.
• Manage pilot plant trials and lead the transition from bench-scale innovation to full factory production.
• Mentor junior food technologists to enhance technical capability and professional ownership within the R&D team.

Requirements:

• BSc in Food Science, Food Technology, or a closely related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in R&D or food technology.
• Proven track record of independently leading products from concept to commercial launch.
• Expertise in ingredient functionality, including sweeteners, stabilisers, and flavour systems.
• Advanced command of sensory evaluation methodologies and shelf-life testing protocols.
• Proficiency in nutritional calculations, regulatory labelling, and technical documentation like BOMs and spec sheets.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety management systems such as FSSC 22000 and HACCP.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and conducting raw material audits.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and lift technical capability across the R&D function.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Adrienne Steyn at Hire Resolve on .za or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: .za

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.