Food Scientist

A leading food & beverage manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Product Developer / Innovation Manager with a strong background in food science, product formulation, and CPG innovation. This role will directly drive the development of new and improved food products for national retail and brand partners.
This position is ideal for someone with professional R&D experience, not culinary-only backgrounds or entry-level applicants.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the conceptualization, formulation, and development of innovative food products that align with market trends and customer requirements.
Blend food science and culinary principles to create, test, and refine product formulations.
Conduct ingredient research, gather data for specifications, and evaluate nutritional and functional properties.
Optimize recipes to meet requirements for taste, nutrition, cost targets, and portion sizes.
Plan and manage sensory evaluation panels (internal...