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Job SummaryA Designer Level II exhibits proven design and project planning ability utilizing creativity, innovation and presentation skills to provide best in class support to IFF clients. In this role, the Designer has an established knowledge of recipe ingredients, customer bases, processes and flavor interactions in associated Category applications. The position requires refined problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills to liaise directly with customers confidently. A Designer Level II works independently on all assigned projects, and collaboratively on strategic, must-win and high value projects.Responsibilities/Description:
Independently selects and recommends appropriate solutions in compliance with client profile, legal, cost and stability requirements Reviews, renews and renovates Flavor and Ingredient portfolios in line with established metrics Establishes attribute language (Taste and Texture) knowledge and articulates with team and project members Develops and improves finished product formulations using knowledge of industrial standards, country specific and client requirements
Maintains and continuously renovates specific recipe database Establishes knowledge of recipe ingredients, raw materials and their functions, and fully understands the finished product production process
Demonstrates excellent taste and texture, discrimination and articulation for ingredients, flavors and design of solutions
Participates in Category initiatives and/or new concept generation Builds clear knowledge of customer and competitive brands Visits clients and presents technical information and taste and texture design concepts
Works in close collaboration with Sales/Marketing, Flavorists, Product Experience, GRA and other departments to support project execution
Shows positive attitude and passion Shares knowledge with the team and provide guidance to Trainee/Associate Designer
Engages management to obtain appropriate resources or expertise Requirements:
Minimum entry level is a University/College Degree in Food Science and Technology or related disciplines (such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Human Nutrition)
Preferred Master’s Degree and/or PhD in related area
Minimum 7–10 years’ experience in industrial food, pharmaceutical, ingredient or flavor industry, with minimum 2 years in the specific field of expertise
Pass internal IFF sensory testWe are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more
