R&D Raw Material Research Specialist

Job title:

R&D Raw Material Research Specialist

Company:

Ferrero

Job description

Job Location: ​ALBA​Company descriptionFerrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, Raffaello®, Kinder Bueno® and Kinder Surprise®. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 40,000 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.Diversity StatementFerrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.About the Role:We are currently looking for a talented candidate to work in a highly dynamic and international enrvironment. The candidate will be part of the R&D Hazelnuts, Peanuts&Fruit Research team as R&D Raw Materials Research specialist.Main Responsibilities:In this role, the candidate will collaborate closely with the direct supervisor while taking an active role in establishing and managing partnerships with internal functions (quality, product development, laboratories), external companies and scientific institutions, including universities, research centers, and laboratories. With a proactive and autonomous approach, the candidate will analyze experimental data, scientific literature, and patents to support strategic R&D initiatives.
A key responsibility will be ensuring that research outcomes are effectively translated into business applications, maximizing their impact. The candidate will contribute to the design of tailored research studies aligned with strategic R&D priorities and will take full responsibility for the management and/or execution of ongoing or newly activated R&D projects, ensuring their timely execution and the delivery of reliable results. Effective and structured reporting will be essential, keeping senior management and key stakeholders (DTCs, HCo, OI) informed on project progress and key findings.
Additionally, the candidate will play an important role in defining, updating, and continuously improving raw material quality specifications within the supply chain, reinforcing the Ferrero’s commitment to innovation and excellence.Who we are looking for:The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Life Sciences (e.g., Biotechnology, Food Science/Technology, Biochemistry, Pharmacy). Experience in project management is considered a plus and PhD is highly valued.
Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and teamwork skills are essential for this role, along with an open and effective communication style. The candidate should demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to integrate within a dynamic organization while building strong professional networks.
A high level of fluency in English (both written and spoken) is required. The candidate should also have extensive knowledge of bio-analytical methods and data analysis approaches, with expertise in advanced statistical tools such as MATLAB or R being preferred. Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) is essential, while familiarity with SAP/DEVEX platforms is considered a plus.
This role may require occasional business travel.
If you are passionate about innovation and applied R&D and meet these qualifications, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dynamic team!How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, you’ll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are – dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.Strong analytical mind, attention to details on one hand, and ability to cooperate with employees at all levels and great organisational skills on the other, would be key to success. Employee contribution and engagement at Ferrero is based on the individual, team and organisation dimension, so you should have the ability to work independently, as a part of the team and build good relations with stakeholders at all levels. Being flexible and dealing with a dynamic working environment as well as the ability to embed new knowledge and skills in existing competencies will definitely help you to become high performer here.

Expected salary

Location

Alba, Trento

Job date

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 02:12:44 GMT

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