Junior R&D Technologist

Job description

**Fixed-term Contract: 12 Months (with potential for extension or conversion to a permanent role).** **About the Position** We have an excellent opportunity available for a Junior R&D Technologist to make a difference in our organization. This position lies within the UKI R&D team. You’ll be working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. You’ll be reporting to the R&D Sr. Manager. Get ready for working as a proactive contributor, getting projects delivered and collaborating with internal and external partners. The job holder will work in a multi-skilled team and will effectively collaborate across functions. **Main Responsibilities** - Technically implement NPD, Value Engineering & Supply Chain projects through R&D governance - Complete projects from consumer concepting and prototyping until industrialization and product launch. - Execute category technology program, consolidating technical expertise and delivering future proof technical enablers. - Collaborate with external partners about co-creations and projects, in line with strategy needs and building strong network - Connect with International BUs for projects alignments, portfolio management and knowledge/best practice sharing **Qualifications** **Hard Skills** - Degree in Food Science &Technology (or equivalent in related field as Biology, Chemistry, Engineering) - Preferably 2-3 years of experience in food companies and product development. - Ability to understand science & technology and translate in products solution, data driven decision maker - Consumer focus, curious about trends and food innovations - Great teammate, collaborative and emphatic. - Creative, energetic & pragmatic. - Good interpersonal skills - Fluent English **Professional Attributes** - **Team player** - Achieving results with the team is simply the best. You’re a team player, working towards the same common goal together with your teammates. You connect easily with people and feel motivated by international environment and experience different cultures - **Ability to Simplify** - Your ability to simplify and pragmatism will be highly appreciated, as your capability to translate concept in delicious product using at the best your technical skills and know-how. - **Communication Skills** - At Kraft Heinz you’ll easily be exposed to senior management, no matter your level. Therefore, it’s important you have excellent communication skills, to deal with all kinds of different stakeholders. - **Curiosity, creativity & enthusiasm** - You’re curious, positive and enthusiastic. You are consumer focused and food passionate. You are a self-starter, driven by purpose and driving initiatives and actions. You are not afraid to challenge to get right results. **What we offer you** - An ambitious employer; we only want to the best for our people! - Trainings and coaching to help develop your skills and behaviours - Flexible and hybrid working approach (4 from the office/1 from home) - Family-friendly and inclusive work environment - Competitive benefits package to support mental, physical, financial and social well-being - A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market) - Always room for new ideas; if you have a good idea, please let us know, and we can set it in action! Location (s): Kitt Green, UK.