Raw and Packaging Material Technologist

Job Description:

Are you passionate about food science and eager to make a difference in the world of raw materials? At Mars, we are on the lookout for a dedicated Global Raw Material Expert to join our innovative Raws & Packs Material team. This is your chance to be at the forefront of ensuring quality, safety, and compliance in our raw materials portfolio while collaborating with a diverse range of teams.

This position allows you to deepen your expertise in raw materials while collaborating with cross-functional teams. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality and safety, all while driving innovation and sustainability within Mars.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Create, review, and manage materials of their set portfolio end to end. Including ideation, MRA and raw material specifications, this would be in close collaboration with relevant experts (e.g. Q&FS, PPPI, PD, SQA etc.) identifying and managing Food Safety, Quality, Legal, Lifestyle, and Sensory hazards for Material, Supplier and Transport & Storage. Applies knowledge of food ingredient stability and quality to evaluate their interactions and the impact on finished products.
• Maintain relevant systems and databases relevant to material management (Product Information Sheets, Supplier specifications, technical datasheets etc) using Nexus, SalesForce Veritas, Sharepoint and Microsoft Teams.
• Support the Mars Food Value Leadership agenda and Business Continuity by supporting in new opportunities involving material changes and potential future novel ingredients.
• Track and review progress of RA’s and Specifications within the regions to ensure timely execution and progress of the outputs.
• Ensure effective change management in raw materials within the portfolio including systems, legal, quality and food safety parameters.

What are we looking for?

• Science based degree (i.e. Food science, Food technology, Engineering or Science).
• Minimum of 1-2 years relevant industry experience. Experience in Food ingredients industry is a plus.
• Understanding of food sciences, packaging, Food Law, Food processing and production knowledge is preferred.
• Ideally a good knowledge of MQM/PQM & HACCP, Microbiological, Chemical and Physical Hazards.
• A working knowledge with Veritas PLM System (Raws/Formulation) would be preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of key scientific principles associated with food & Raw/Pack materials.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within multiple teams, in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to our mission of creating a better world through food and innovation, we encourage you to apply!

Meer over Mars:
Mars is een familiebedrijf met een wereldwijde verkoop van meer dan $50 miljard. We produceren enkele van 's werelds meest geliefde merken: M&M's®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, SKITTLES® en BEN'S ORIGINAL®. Naast onze consumentenmerken zorgen we met trots voor de helft van de huisdieren in de wereld via onze voedings-, gezondheids- en service bedrijven zoals Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA™ en Pet Partners™. Mars heeft zijn hoofdkantoor in McLean, Virginia en is actief in meer dan 80 landen. De vijf principes van Mars - kwaliteit, verantwoordelijkheid, wederkerigheid, efficiëntie en vrijheid - inspireren onze 150.000 Associates elke dag om bij te dragen aan een betere toekomst.

Disclaimer:
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