19 Oct
Kerry
Bristol
## **About the role**
We are recruiting for a **RD &A; Technologist **to join our team in Portbury,
Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team based over 2 locations
and will be a collaborative role across the business where you will gain
exposure to different technologies and in turn have the chance to develop your
skills and expertise.
You will have a select portfolio to manage Product development & application
from customer brief, scale up trials & customer launch.
## **About Kerry**
Kerry is the worlds leading taste and nutrition company for the food,
beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to
create healthier,
tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by
billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers most
valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry
offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you
opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.
## **Key responsibilities**
* Maintain good customer communication & relationships. Interacts and troubleshoots with customers on application concerns.
* Responsible for co-ordinating new launches of new products and runs trials at Kerry manufacturing sites.
* Proactive development in line with Kerry promotional campaigns
* Lead in raw material & supplier approval in product improvement
* Develop effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
* Co-ordinate RD&A; commercialisation process between customer and commercialization team
* Conducts research for the improvement of existing products and the development of new products, outlining procedures and specifications.
Ensures that ingredient functionality into final products fits the purpose of the customer.
* Sample Creation and dispatch to customers
* Remain fully flexible to meet business requirements and customer timelines.
## **Qualifications and skills**
* Degree in Food Science (or related topic) or previous relevant experience in the Food Manufacturing Industry
* Good knowledge of meat technologies and processing Computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office
* Experience in IT systems - SAP, Salesforce and Optiva systems an advantage
* Able to work accurately and quickly in a fast moving environment.
* Able to work on your own initiative and attention to detail.
* Fluency in English
* Good organizational skills and excellent communication skills
* Self-motivated with good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within a team.
* Ability to work under pressure to ensure deadlines are met.
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Innovation & Creativity
## Benefits
At Kerry, we believe in creating an inclusive and flexible work environment
that empowers our employees across Europe. Why work for us?
1. **Agile Work Arrangements** : We understand that work-life balance is essential. Whether it’s remote work options, agile working, on-site role or hybrid working model, we support our employees’ diverse needs.
2. **Professional Development** : We invest in your growth. Take advantage of training, workshops, and mentorship opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
3.
**Diversity and Inclusion** : Kerry celebrates diversity. We foster an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and included, regardless of background, ethnicity, or gender.
4. **Global Mobility** : With offices across Europe and the globe, we encourage cross-cultural experiences. Explore new horizons through international assignments or transfers within our global network.
5. **Competitive Compensation** : Your hard work deserves recognition. Attracting and retaining top talent is essential for our success. That’s why we are committed to offering competitive salaries that reflect the value our employees bring to the organization. We regularly benchmark our compensation packages against industry standards and ensure that our employees are rewarded fairly for their skills,
experience and contributions.
Join Kerry and be part of a company that values your uniqueness and supports
your growth. Together, we’ll shape a brighter future!
Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry
employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or
phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms
(e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks
you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing
a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not
ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception
of reimbursable travel expenses.
In addition, any payments made by Kerry will
be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.
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▶️ Application Development Coordinator (Hiring Immediately)
🖊️ Kerry
📍 Bristol