R&d Technologist

**R&D TECHNOLOGIST**:

- DUBAI, AE, S 51117-
- **R&D Technologist**
**Dubai, Jebel Ali Free Zone**- Additionally, the R&D Technologist will maintain strong customer relationships by providing ongoing technical support, contributing to both the retention of existing business and the identification and development of new opportunities.

** MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES**#LI-DNI**- Accountable for the new product development (NPD), product match and reformulation projects within the seasoning category.
- Continuously improve existing products by modifying /replacing / introducing ingredients thereby enhancing overall performance.
- Reduce the cost of existing products by identifying cost-effective ingredient alternatives and optimizing raw material usage—without compromising product quality.
- Attend production trials internally and / customer site and provide technical guidance wherever applicable.
- Attend supplier presentations, internal meetings, as well as meetings and conferences with customers.
- Keeping up to date with market trends and emerging technologies, integrating relevant innovations into development projects to maintain competitive advantage.
- Maintain highest standards of food hygiene and safety throughout the project phases.
- Maintain awareness and keep up to date with current food legislation.
- Support technical department functions, including hygiene checks and internal audits, as needed.
- Help to develop NPD trainee technologist and NPD technician by sharing expertise and fostering skill development.
- Other ad hoc duties as appropriate, in line with business requirements.-
- **CANDIDATE PROFILE**- Relevant experience within the R&D preferably in the savoury snack category.
- Graduate / Postgraduate level preferably from Food Science or similar.-
- Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative.
- Assertive and able to communicate efficiently to various levels within the organisation.
- Computer skills - Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Ability to work under pressure and on short deadlines.
- Effective time management and organisational skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team or individually (ability to use own initiative).
- General numerical and problem-solving skills (logical approach to problems).
- Ability to work cross-functionally within the team and show adaptability.
- Ability to multitask and be detail oriented.-
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Agencies**: McCormick as needed will work with external recruitment vendors through our Agency Portal. Unless previously contacted, McCormick does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies.- McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

** As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.**- **WHY WORK AT MCCORMICK?**:

- United by flavor. Driven by results.
- As a McCormick employee you’ll be empowered to focus on more than your individual responsibilities. You’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself—to have a say in where the company is going and how it’s growing.
- Between our passion for flavor, our 130-year history of leadership and integrity, the competitive and comprehensive benefits we offer, and our culture, which is built on respect and opportunities for growth, there are many reasons to join us at McCormick.