PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

Unilever is hiring for Product Development Coordinator ABOUT UNILEVER With 3.
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JOB PURPOSE The Product Development Coordinator for the Ice Cream category will focus on developing unique flavours and innovative ideas, using culinary skills to create new and exciting ice cream products.
WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE Act as the Formulation Work Stream technologist, collaborating with Brand Development and cross-functional project teams to ensure ingredients meet the product brief and are delivered on time and in full.
Experiment with ingredients, techniques, and flavour combinations to create innovative, trend-setting products.
Work in the end-to-end product development cycle for the ice cream category, focusing on creating new recipes, flavours, textures, and formats through culinary expertise.
When assigned, act as the Technical Project Leader, accountable for developing products for innovation, 5S, and simplification projects.
Define and select sustainable, cost-efficient ingredients that provide the necessary functional and sensory benefits, ensuring product stability throughout its shelf life.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure products are scalable, high-quality, and aligned with consumer preferences and brand identity.
Develop formulations that meet quality and technical standards while also delighting consumers and strengthening brand power.
Manage the creation of technical specifications for all ingredients used in project development.
Provide technical briefings to Partner to Win suppliers, exploring new technologies and innovations.
Ensure compliance with the Code of Business Principles and all SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) and QA (Quality Assurance) policies, supporting product claims, risk management, and environmental sustainability.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED Experiences & Qualificatios University Degree in Science, Chemical Engineer, Food Engineer or other similar University Degree Experience in R&D.
Experience in flavour creation, formulation development and as a chef is a plus.
Intermediate to Advanced Level English (person must be able to write emails and reports in English which can be easily understood and can actively participate at English-speaking business meetings).
Knowledge of Food or Ice Cream manufacturing processes preferred.
Work presence in Valinhos is needed Skills Passionate about food and innovation, always looking for the next big trend.
Open-minded and collaborative, able to work closely with cross-functional teams Leadership You are energized by delivering fantastic results.
You are an example to others – both your results and your resilience.
You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.
As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work.
You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need.
You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.
Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities.
We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business.
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