About the role

We are looking for an experienced Research & Development Senior Technologist specialized in Beverage for our team based in our Global Innovation Centre, Naas, Kildare.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and construct strong relationships with key Beverage Nutrition customers by developing a wide understanding of each customer, their marketplace and dynamics involved. Providing them with technical knowledge, experience and support when required.
• Build strong relationships with all internal contacts ensuring smooth project management is always maintained.
• Manage the technical development activities related to key allocated Beverage projects, ensuring that all products developed are appropriate to the specific application and comply with necessary legal, cost, and compositional requirements.
• Manage all projects to assist in achieving the business goals and targets of each account.
• Actively engage in the development of pro-active presentations. Execute effective presentation of these concepts to key Beverage customers.
• Assemble, gather, and disseminate data from various sources both internal and external and formulate into reports and analytics which will enable decision making.
• Add value by proactively identifying potential opportunities or issues and assist in the implementation of both process and performance improvement.
  

Qualifications and skills

Essentials:

• Degree or similar in food science, Chemistry, or related discipline
• 5 years’ experience working in a Beverage role

Desirable:

• Fluency in a Language other than English would be an advantage
• Able to work accurately and quickly in a fast-moving environment
• Able to work on your own initiative and pay attention to detail
• Good organizational skills and excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated with good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within a team

In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic.