Senior Research and Development Scientist

1 day ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Tropicana Brands Group Full time
About the Role

Tropicana Brands Group is seeking a highly skilled Principal Scientist to lead consumer-driven innovation and productivity projects for our brands. As a critical thinker with exceptional communication and influencing skills, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment and foster a safe space for entrepreneurial ideation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Utilize scientific methods to develop knowledge that creates business opportunities that support the company's strategic objectives.
  • Develop product formulations that leverage expertise in food or beverage chemistry and ingredient functionality.
  • Design and execute experiments, and analyze and interpret data to make sound technical recommendations on product and process issues.
  • Provide technical risk assessment and perspectives related to new product development.
  • Leverage external and internal experts for key analytical, sensory, and consumer research.
  • Perform economic evaluations on ingredients, ingredients suppliers, and product formulations to drive profitability.
  • Participate as an active member of cross-functional business development teams comprised of individuals from various disciplines, including Marketing, Purchasing, Engineering, and other groups.
  • Develop and maintain complete product attribute specifications for ingredients and finished products.
  • Utilize innovative and critical thinking skills to design solutions to organizational challenges.
  • Tackle ambiguous problems to determine and prioritize business strategies.
  • Utilize outstanding teamwork, collaboration, communication, and leadership skills to deliver cross-functional projects on time and on budget.
Requirements
  • B.S. in Food Science & Technology or related scientific field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 8+ years of experience in product development, beverage experience strongly preferred.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects.
  • Strong working knowledge of product development protocols, including formulation, stability testing, product/package interaction, sensory, and consumer testing methodology.
  • Ability and interest to work in laboratory, pilot plant, and manufacturing scale environments.
  • Strong project management skills required for developing project timelines with multiple cross-functional touchpoints, including management of project budgets.
  • Demonstrated ability to translate business objectives into strategic and tactical project goals and objectives.
  • Ability to work with lab and analytical equipment (pH meter, Brix meter, centrifuge, analytical balance, etc.).
  • Proven track record in maintaining good working relationships with cross-functional business partners (Marketing, Supply Chain, Sales, etc.).
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively and manage risk in a fast-paced environment with ambiguity and change.
  • Highly organized with great attention to detail and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and unexpected requests.


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