Raw Material and Open Innovation Manager
Laura Schollen
Career Manager
+32 494 04 21 32
Description de l'emploi
Purpose:
Implement and open the raw material lab, creating the basis for innovation, support and continuous improvement to the new product development labs.
Three main objectives to establish:
1. Raw material lab support
- Full functioning lab with equipment meant to support the creation of new innovative finished products
- Modify existing products and processes and develop new ones
- Support innovation of r&d lab with new ingredients, ideas, samples
2. Raw material network
- Create a network of suppliers with continuous collaboration, innovation and sharing of ideas
- select raw materials and other ingredients from suppliers
- build relationships with suppliers and customers
- organize visits and brainstorming
- scout for relevant fairs for new innovation exposure
3. Open Innovations
- Identify, scout, and evaluate new opportunity areas that are relevant assess for the company
- Actively drive execution of business opportunity plans
- Collaboration with Universities, research center to provide possible future innovative solution for new developments
Profil
- Bachelor's/ Master's degree in Food Technology, Chemistry, Biology, Bio-Engineer or similar
- 3- 5 years' experience in similar role
- Professional knowledge of English
- Strong interest in food industry
- Creative and dynamic personality
- Someone who takes initiative and is able to work independently
Offre
Permanent contract in an innovative setting.