Job Description

Midrand, South Africa

On Site

Company

At dsm-Firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

Job Purpose

To support the SSA Beverage and Sweet goods team by overseeing sampling operations to ensure quality and timely output & to maintain the collection and flavour library.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with teams to streamline workflow.
  • Achieve sampling targets.
  • Recommend winning solutions from portfolio.
  • Procure, analyse and review collection portfolio performance.
  • Support technical application team.
  • Support production trials and evaluation of NPI’s
  • Continuous gap analysis and improvement.
  • Manage the procurement of raw materials required for applications.
  • Administrative Management: Oversee various internal administrative systems and tasks related to collection and sampling.

You bring

  • National Diploma in Food Science, Food Technology, or Biotechnology.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in the FMCG or flavour industry.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of flavours, collection and sampling
  • Strong sensory skills in organoleptic and olfactory testing.
  • In-depth understanding of different raw materials and aroma chemicals
  • Enthusiastic, open-minded, and a good team player.

We bring

  • A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers;
  • A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;
  • A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally;
  • The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;
  • Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity;
  • An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future;

Our Commitment

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.