Associate Product Developer

At Paulig we believe every meal counts. As an international player in the food and beverage industry and as a house of iconic brands we can make an impact that counts and careers that matter.

Are you highly motivated detailoriented scientifically skilled and curious to join an R&D team with expertise in taste spices and powders We are now seeking a temporary Associate Product Developer in the R&D department of Mixing & Spices where you will have the opportunity to help deliver the flavour and functionality of future products of Paulig.

Associate Product Developer

The Associate Product Developer will be supporting productdeveloperswith execution in sensory evaluation benchmark testing testruns sample creation product testing analyzing data etc.

As an Associate Product developer you willbe supporting the Product Developers with the development of new products as well as improving existing products always with the consumer/customer experience in mind (Sensory analysis).Mostof the workis project drivenand crossfunctional. R&D takes part in the process all the way from ideation to kitchen samples tolargescaleproduction and launch ofaproduct. The focus of our work is developing and changing product recipes taking both product functionality and sensory aspects into consideration.

The job is a oneyear temporary position starting in beginning June 2025. You will be located in Mlndal Sweden and reporting to the Head of R&D Mixing & Spices.

What you will do

• Supporting the development and design of recipes and functional properties of new products and changes to existing products within product development projects.
• Evaluate and describe sensory properties of products and act as test panel leader (Sensory evaluation).
• Prepare set up and perform tests in our sensory program Eye question.
• Secure correct datain our product data management systems according to described R&D responsibilities.
• Perform benchmarking and quality reviews.
• Ensure food safety and legal requirements are followed and work towards our sustainability goals.
• Explore trends and new research within food new technology ingredients and functional properties to propose in our product development projects.
• Supporting in preparation of training material for relevant stakeholders on concepts products and technology.

Qualifications

You would be a great fit if your background and experience would look like this

• You have a passion for food and a university degree in foodtechnology biotechnologyor similar. Documented experience from developmentwork within the food industryand/or experience within Sensory work is qualifying.
• The work requires you to be creative but still analytical with the ability to handle data and a problemsolving mind set. You are able to organize and prioritize your tasks independently.
• As you will be part of a team with international stakeholders we are looking for good communicative skills and someone who enjoys collaborative teamwork.
• Fluency in English on a professional level both oral and written is required.

What we offer:

• At Paulig you will get to work with highquality products full of flavour.
• Paulig is home to continuous learning opportunities and is a dynamic workplace that has a strong futureoriented focus.
• You will be a part of a passionate international team working as visionaries of the food industry.

More information and how to apply:

We look forward to receiving your applications as soon as possible but at the latest May 23rd. We do ongoing selection of candidates during the application period and might start interviews before the last application date so dont hesitate to submit your application if youre interested.

If you have any questions about the role or the recruitment process please reach out to Annika Ternevi Head of R&D Mixing & Spices

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Paulig is a familyowned food and beverage company growing a new sustainable food culture one that is good for both people and the planet. Paulig provides all things tasty; coffees and beverages Tex Mex and spices snacks and plantbased choices. The companys brands are Paulig Santa Maria Risenta Poco Loco and Zanuy. Pauligs sales amounted above 117 billion in 2024. The company has over 2500 passionate employees in 13 different countries working around the purpose For a life full of flavour.