Food Formulator R&D Assistant Manager

Unilever is currently hiring for Food Formulator R&D Assistant Manager based in Cikarang R&D Centre, Indonesia

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Job Purpose

If you are passionate about food and aiming to make a bigger and better impact, then this role is just for you!

Main Responsibilities

1. Assist scoping of new incoming projects/Activity Requests to define feasibility, complexity level and resource requirements.
2. Assist defining and support shaping product concepts fit for Indonesia deployment, in collaboration with cross-functional partners.
3. Support to create and maintain high quality specifications as part of project delivery and 5S related activities where relevant.
4. Oversee the seamless technical implementation of projects into sourcing units, including factory trial risk assessments and supporting analytical measurements.
5. Manage and support supplier relationships in the development of new products/change of materials, working closely alongside METs and Procurement.
6. Deliver R&D input into the required Innoflex documentation ahead of monthly gatekeeping meetings.
7. Ensure all claims are accommodated and well implemented related to product development and create documentation to support BPOM evidence.

Candidate Criteria

Experience & Qualification

1. Must have a bachelor’s degree in food science, food technology, or engineering-related field.
2. Experience as a formulator of 2-3 years in food or beverages.
3. Moderate to advanced scientific and food technology knowledge and analytical thinking.

Skill

1. Ability to create and develop products according to specifications and regulations.
2. Understanding of ingredient management, allergens, and HACCP.
3. Basic knowledge of food chemistry and food microbiology, process, and packaging.
4. Proactive problem-solving skills and commitment to personal integrity and potential.

Leadership

1. You are energized by delivering fantastic results and are an example to others.
2. Responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work, with a focus on the consumer's needs.

Additional Information

Work location: Office-based role at Cikarang R&D Centre.

Please be aware if you are applying for this role, we require you to have working rights in the country where the role will be based. If successful, your application will be treated as a self-initiated Change Location Outside of Country transfer, meaning any relocation costs must be self-funded.

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