Senior Flavourist, Beverages (m/f/d) Heidelberg

Your role

• Development of creative and innovative winning flavors from scratch.
• Work in close collaboration with food scientists and ingredient & technology experts to develop flavor solutions for the dairy and food category.
• Excellence in matching capability
• Create using multiple flavor delivery systems and flavor creation suitable for clean and clear labelling. This includes emulsion, encapsulation and spray drying within local regulatory guidelines.
• Build a strong Food/Sweet Flavor Portfolio suitable for fruit preparations/pastes, syrups and pure flavor solutions.
• Support of sales and product management activities through promotion of our flavor competencies.
• Participation at the customer interface for high potential projects
• Work with the global Chief Dairy flavorist to ensure transfer of knowledge into the EAMEI region.
• Work within the global Flavourist network
• Assist in the training of flavorist trainees who are part of the ADM Academy of Future Flavorists

Your profile

• Science Degree or higher (chemistry /Food Science preferred) at a reputable educational establishment
• Completed training at a recognized flavor school (e.g. ISIPCA), in an international flavor house or at the ADM Academy
• At least 10 years flavorist experience, post training.
• Full working knowledge of all flavor raw materials, flavor chemistry, flavor creation & composition
• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes and delivery technologies
• Communication – The position requires well developed communication skills , able to communicate at all levels and good presentation skills
• Very good knowledge of English and a willingness to learn German. 
• Highly developed project management skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft office (Excel, PPT, WORD etc.)

Our offer

• Challenging tasks, short decision-making processes and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment with flexible work time models
• Room for innovative thinking and growth
• A company culture which promotes continuous learning and diversity
• Excellent career opportunities in a world leading nutrition company
• An attractive remuneration including a variety of social benefits like subsidized health & fitness offers

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.