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our mission
at puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients headquartered in brussels, belgium, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.
we are more than 10.000 employees in over 70 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3.1 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future this, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at puratos so magical.
as puratos, in méxico, continues its growth journey across the country, we are in search of hiring the following position:
r&d manager - bakery
your mission: responsible for the portfolio of the bakery business unit, which includes: mixes, improvers, and enzymatic cores, according to the needs of the supported channels (artisans and distributors, industry, semi-industry, retail, food service, and bakery chains, including industrial clients and supermarkets).
activities: research, development, and localization of portfolio products for the local market, based on existing technologies or new launches that ensure the expected performance for customers. This involves ensuring excellent execution throughout the various stages of the innovation process, including ideation, conceptualization, laboratory testing, pilot plant trials, and industrial-scale production. Also responsible for technical support follow-up with internal and external clients, related to the performance of the proposed solutions and any potential claims.
what you will do
* manages product innovation for the bakery business unit.
* oversees the development of new products within the bakery product range.
* provides technical-commercial support in the development of customer innovations (artisans and distributors, industry, semi-industry, retail, food service, and bakery chains), identifying potential business opportunities alongside the commercial manager.
* technical lead for the launch of new products (formulation, scaling, quality standards, and process).
* responsible for the industrial scaling of new products, followed by transfer to the manufacturing team and monitoring of quality issues.
* technical administration: product technical specifications, creation and management of formulations in sap, code creation, label validation, cost validation at the ingredient and primary packaging level, etc.
* maintains optimal formulation in terms of performance and cost through exploration of new ingredients, optimization of production processes, and logistical efficiencies.
* provides technical support and training to the sales, marketing, and operations teams.
* designs, coordinates, and executes experimental test matrices for finished bakery products in the laboratory.
* ensures confidentiality of formulas, intellectual property, patents, and knowledge protection in accordance with group policies.
* manages work teams and budget creation for the bakery area at both capex and opex levels.
what puratos expects from you
* preferred degree: degree in food engineering, qfb (pharmaceutical biologist chemist), lqa (food quality laboratory) or related field.
* 5 to 10 years of experience in bakery, with project management and technical knowledge of formulas and technology.
* knowledge of : sap, minitab, project management, dnp, design thinking, enzymatic technology, fermentation processes, regulations related to food manufacturing, labeling, safety, and hygiene
* passionate about innovation and food
* good communication, planning and organization skills.
* pragmatic and result oriented
* language skills: advanced english
* travelling involved: up to 20%
* availability to visit clients 35% of the time.
what you can expect from puratos
* competitive salary, bonus and benefits.
* rewarding career and growth potential worldwide
* challenges in an excellent international company
* fast pace and dynamic working environment
* continuous training in management and business principles
* be an integral part of a successful global company
we are a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful and respecting work environment by putting people first. For additional company information, candidates are encouraged to visit our company website www.puratos.com
we, at puratos, cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.
applicants must be eligible to work in méxico, as it is a local position, mobility policy will not apply.
we would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
seniority level
* seniority level
mid-senior level
employment type
* employment type
full-time
job function
* job function
research, analyst, and information technology
* industries
food and beverage manufacturing
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