Senior Expert Product Development (m/f/d)

In this role you are responsible for the following main tasks: Product Development: Develop and optimize beverage recipes using raw materials, compounds, and syrups Lead prototype creation and supervise scale-up and first production runs Ensure compliance with internal standards and European food legislation Project Management Innovation: Manage technical development projects independently, including planning, execution, and documentation Drive continuous improvement and cost optimization (COGS) initiatives Benchmark technical solutions against market standards and trends Laboratory Technical Operations: Prepare samples and conduct mixing trials at lab and pilot scale Conduct and evaluate stability and shelf-life tests Maintain lab equipment and manage raw material inventory Documentation Compliance: Create and maintain raw material specifications, manufacturing instructions, and SAP master data Ensure adherence to GMP, internal procedures, work safety, and environmental regulations Cross-functional Collaboration: Interface with Marketing, Purchasing, Production, Quality, and Legal departments Collaborate with suppliers and external partners (e.g., universities, associations) Share best practices and support international R D coordination Sensory Quality Evaluation: Participate in sensory panels and quality evaluations Evaluate new raw materials and support supplier qualification