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Kraft Heinz

Sr Scientist, R&D - Next Gen Ingredients

Kraft Heinz, Glenview, Illinois, United States, 60025

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Overview

Senior Scientist – Next Gen Ingredients. The individual will support the Next Generation Ingredients Team working from the Glenview, IL R&D facility. This position offers the candidate an excellent opportunity to lead innovative and disruptive ingredient research while creating competitive advantage across the global Kraft Heinz portfolio. Responsibilities

The individual will identify, scope, design and develop technology research to support different KHC product categories renovations and innovations initiatives, assessing business case and risk. Design and execute experimental plans and apply learnings to drive product renovation and/or innovation. Embrace all aspects of ingredient technology development including the fuzzy front end, ideation, design, development and commercialization. Understand fundamentally other product technologies associated with applications. Conduct bench top, pilot plant and plant trials to explore, optimize formulation and processes. Work cross-functionally with other team members to progress research projects. Responsible for technology scouting and discovery. Build/have external connections to research partners such as universities, research institutes, consultants. Technical Requirements

B.S. degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or related fields with minimum of 7 years of relevant experience or M.S. in the above fields with 5+ years of relevant experience or PhD in above fields with 2+ years of relevant experience Strong food science background in ingredient functionality and interactions. Experience with sweeteners, flavor, taste, aroma, and color ingredient science and applications is preferred. Demonstrated record of conducting research development projects and leading research programs individually and in collaboration with other teams. Demonstrated executional excellence in technology discovery, scale up and commercialization experiences. Additional Requirements

Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage complexity and demonstrated success of individually developed research programs Demonstrated ability to deal with ambiguity Demonstrated track record of creative, out-of-the-box thinking with ability to define and prioritize research pathways that will ensure success Possess excellent industry external ecosystem and relationships, ability to manage multiple industry collaborations Possess technical/intellectual curiosity. Insulate technology to create KHC competitive advantage. Ability to manage projects with a high degree of autonomy Excellent verbal and communication skills Ability to build strong relationships and network Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time EEO Policy

Kraft Heinz is an EO employer – Minorities/Women/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories. Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values. New Hire Base Salary Range

$88,000.00 - $110,000.00 Bonus

This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents. The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Benefits

Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Wellbeing

We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families. You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training Emotional – Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability Location

Glenview R&D Center Equal Opportunity Statement

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance. Job Function

Science Industries

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