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dsm-firmenich Senior Flavorist & Technical Manager in Midrand, South Africa
Job Title: Senior Flavorist & Technical ManagerCity, Country: Midrand, South Africa Work mode: Onsite
The purpose is to create flavors (Beverage and Sweet Goods) for SSA region, which also brings in exposure & opportunity to work on creation for other countries in IMA region (India, Middle East and Africa). Exposure to new raw preoperatory/patent raw material, Innovation and Analytical science for creation. Great exposure for the person coming from other location to understand and explore the SSA market flavor authenticity.
At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.
Your key responsibilities
Create a flavor for Beverage and Sweet Goods Application.
Have knowledge and experience in use of flavor raw materials (Natural and Nature Identical).
Have knowledge of flavor application.
Manage the creation and Application projects.
Ensure proper brief execution.
Deployment of BU strategies within the team.
Ensure the usage and promote of innovation solutions.
We bring
Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
Customer first approach, working with world renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions.
Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people and the planet by using our technology.
Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions.
You bring
Technical background in Food Science / Food Industry / Chemistry (Master) with at least 8 to 15 years of professional experience in a food or flavor industry, preferably having broad knowledge of food industry, with flavor creation skills.
A sense of ownership, delivering results that matter and contribute significantly to our success.
Accountability to decision-making, ensuring alignment with our values and achieving positive outcomes.
A commitment to teamwork, fostering collaboration and respecting diverse perspectives.
A spirit of curiosity, embracing new challenges and pioneering innovative solutions that drive positive change.
Leading by example, you bring inspiration and open-mindedness, encouraging exploration and new possibilities for growth.
Fluency in English, any other language would be an asset.
Our recruitment processInterested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading us your resume in English via our career portal. Due to privacy regulations, we can only actively interact with applications via our career portal.
Equal opportunities commitmentdsm-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.
As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.
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About dsm-firmenichAs innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people. www.dsm-firmenich.com
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