Sr. Sci, R&D - Product Development

Sr Sci, R&D, Product Development – Margin Enhancement

This is a technical leadership role providing direction for and execution of productivity projects across all businesses within Kraft Heinz North America. The candidate will be identifying, scoping, and driving technical projects to meet business initiatives. This candidate should have a proven record of executing work plans and driving for results. This includes understanding the business need, designing and executing tests, analyzing data, drawing conclusions, documenting, communicating results, and commercializing products. Proven communication and teamwork skills are essential in this role, which operates in a cross-functional environment. The candidate must also have a strong technical background and be able to apply prior learning or scientific principles to new situations. This position requires an individual to manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently and demonstrate the ability to complete work with minimal guidance. Exhibiting a collaborative mindset and applying innovative solutions are a must.

This candidate should have a proven record of carrying out work plans and driving for results in a variety of exciting and sophisticated settings, passionate about growth, brand maintenance, and quality improvement.

This includes understanding the business need, designing and executing tests, analyzing data, drawing conclusions, documenting, communicating results, and commercializing products. Proven communication and teamwork skills are critical in this role, which operates in a multifaceted and cross-functional environment. The candidate must also have a technical background and be able to apply prior learning or scientific principles to new situations. This position requires an individual to manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently and demonstrate the ability to work autonomously, a majority of the time. Exhibiting a collaborative attitude and applying innovative solutions are a must.

Work with cross-functional teams, acting as Product lead to drive execution across multiple projects from different business units/product categories. Manage multiple assignments/research projects concurrently and possess the ability to prioritize between a variety of business initiatives. Complete packaging testing, qualification, and commercialization while working closely with cross-functional team members in laboratory and production environments. Translate research findings into relevant business opportunities and communicate to cross-functional teams. Adapt and apply scientific principles to new situations/products. Specification creation and updating, with attention to detail.

BS/MS in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field. 3-6 years of experience Product Development and commercialization (which can include internships). Strong understanding of key subject matter in areas such as Ingredient Science, Food Chemistry, Processing, and Food Analysis. Excellent communication, influencing, and problem solving skills. Ability to lead, coach and motivate others. Manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently with ability to prioritize work. Willingness to travel 30%.

Kraft Heinz is an EO employer – Minorities/Women/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories.