DöhlerGroup

Product Developer (m/f/d) for Applications in Dry Beverages & Dietary Supplements

DöhlerGroup  •  Darmstadt, DE (Onsite)  •  22 hours ago
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Job Description

Reference ID: 43258

Are you interested in high-quality, natural, and tasty nutrition?

We are! It’s our ambition to shape the future of nutrition.

Döhler is a leading global producer of natural ingredients and solutions for the food, beverage, lifestyle and nutrition industries. We use innovative technology to process plant-based raw materials and enrich products such as lifestyle drinks, cereals, dairy, and confectionery goods for almost every well-known brand. Close to 10.000 dedicated employees in more than 70 countries share one common goal - to ensure that millions of people around the world enjoy the products created by us.

We strive to inspire and empower our employees in everything we do, and we invite you to join our team – together WE BRING IDEAS TO LIFE.

The Role

  • Development of innovative dry beverage mixes and dietary supplements - including powder formulations, effervescent tablets, and instant drinks - that align with market trends and consumer needs.
  • Independent development of new recipes and optimization of existing formulations, ensuring the highest standards of quality, taste, and functionality.
  • Conducting application tests, pilot trials, and sensory evaluations to enhance product performance and stability.
  • Close collaboration with cross-functional teams such as R&D, production, sales, and quality assurance.
  • Project management from the concept phase to market launch, including ingredient selection, product development, process optimization, and scaling.
  • Collaborating with clients to develop innovative solutions and independently conducting client workshops.
  • Continuous professional development regarding the latest trends, technologies, and regulations in the food and beverage industry.

The Profile

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Chemistry, or a related field.
  • Initial experience in product development - ideally in dry beverages or dietary supplements - is an advantage.
  • Creative mindset with a passion for developing new products.
  • Positive and open personality.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Willingness to undertake short business trips.
  • Experience with sensory evaluations and product testing is desirable.
  • Fluent English skills; additional language skills are an advantage.

As an employer, we offer:

  • Work with passion:
    We foster a culture where you can act with heart and mind, take pride in your work and inspire others through positivity and commitment.
  • Lead with purpose at every level:
    For us, leadership is not defined by titles. It is about taking ownership, driving change and bring-ing meaning to what you do.
  • Grow your way:
    With flexible development opportunites across departments and a global team, you can broaden your skills, discover new strenghts and actively shape your own path.
  • Global collaboration:
    Join an international team bringing together multiple cultures, languages and perspectives to spark new ideas and inspiration.
  • Shared strength:
    We build real connections and grow together. By sharing knowledge and valuing each other’s strengths, we create a culture where trust and team play lead to shared success.

Equal opportunities for all

We welcome applicants, who are just as diverse as we are - regardless of age, ancestry, disability, ethnic origin, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, social background or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Become a part of our team and apply online trough our career portal to the attention of Luisa Rhein. Please note that we are unable to consider or return application documents sent by mail.

DöhlerGroup

About DöhlerGroup

Döhler is a global producer, marketer and provider of technology-driven natural ingredients, ingredient systems and integrated solutions for the global food, beverage and nutrition industry. Döhler is all about mastering sensory performance and nutrition. Being sustainable by nature, Döhler helps to nourish the world better: Good for people – Good for planet.®

Döhler’s ingredients are derived from natural raw materials. The comprehensive product portfolio of natural ingredients ranges from natural flavours, natural colours, natural health ingredients, a broad range of plant-based ingredients to ingredient systems and end-to-end solutions.

With more than 50 production sites, 75 offices and application centres, Döhler creates value for customers in over 160 countries. More than 9,500 dedicated employees, including 1,000 people in R&D, focused on science, technology and innovation are committed to making Döhler’s customers successful.

“WE BRING IDEAS TO LIFE.” describes Döhler’s integrated and entrepreneurial approach to innovation. This also includes innovation services, market intelligence, advice on food safety and microbiology as well as sensory & consumer science. Döhler also runs its own venture unit with more than 85 active ventures. Smart ideas have a way of becoming great products.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Darmstadt, DE
Year Founded
1838
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