Sr. Expert Innovation, Application & Formulation Medical Nutrition
Location: Kaiseraugst, Switzerland
Hybrid
Medical nutrition is a high-priority field, driven by aging populations, chronic disease management, and increasing demand for specialized nutritional solutions.
At dsm-firmenich the Sr. Expert Innovation, Application & Formulation Medical Nutrition role bridges R&D, commercial, regulatory, and manufacturing functions to translate science into real-world solutions.
Operating within a complex and evolving regulatory landscape, requiring expertise in formulation, application, and compliance.
In this role you will play a key part in optimizing workflows, prioritizing and executing high-impact product developments. You will be streamlining processes and aligning innovation efforts with business objectives, you will enhance speed-to-market and drive sustainable growth in the medical nutrition segment.
Your key responsibilities:
* Lead by example by developing and optimizing customized nutritional premixes and medical products that align with customer needs, regulatory standards, and market trends.
* Ensure streamlined end-to-end processes across functions, from technical customer innovation briefs to impactful solutions.
* Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (sales, marketing, regulatory, operations, supply, and global R&D teams) to proactively innovate, support business opportunities, and offer technical expertise.
* Oversee risk assessment of new raw materials and provide technical guidance on quality, regulatory, and customer-related matters.
* Manage key initiatives and projects, challenge the status quo, and drive continuous improvement in formulation and operational processes.
* Represent the organization as a technical expert, delivering presentations and engaging with customers across EMEA.
* With a high affinity for the lab, maintaining a strong on-site presence is needed to stay close to the application lab, ensuring hands-on involvement in tasting, smelling, and evaluating for optimal product development.
You bring:
* Proven project management experience in medical nutrition, with evidence of uniting and strengthening innovation, application and formulation expertise, ensuring team continuity and growth.
* Business acumen & growth mindset, with a strategic approach to prioritization, focusing on must-haves and guiding the team effectively.
* MSc or BSc in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.
* 5+ years of experience in adult nutrition formulation (e.g., UHT, high-protein)
* Strong communicator & influencer, with excellent verbal and written English and change-driving ability.
* Solution-oriented & proactive, with strong time management and self-organization in a fast-paced environment.
* Team player in multicultural settings, fostering knowledge-sharing and collaboration.
* Regulatory & quality expertise in GMP and food safety systems. Experience with SAP/CRM
* Project management experience, ensuring smooth execution and implementation.
* Customer-focused, translating needs into tailored solutions.
* Experience in result management and documentation (MS Office incl. Excel, PowerPoint)
* Broad knowledge of dsm-firmenich Premix ingredients is a plus
About dsm-firmenich
As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life every day, everywhere, for billions of people.
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