For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position and for this vacancy in principle we will first consider candidates based in the Netherlands. If you are based outside of the Netherlands and you are interested to apply, please feel free to do so but we can only take your application on if a decision is made to also recruit outside of the Netherlands.

Salary: 44-64 K gross depending on background and experience

ABOUT UNILEVER

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

UNILEVER HIVE WAGENINGEN:

Since 2019 Unilever R&D has its Global Foods Innovation Centre in Wageningen (Hive), the Netherlands. In this way Unilever creates critical mass in expertise areas to ensure that the technologies ultimately bring benefit-led, breakthrough innovations that are good for People and Planet. In addition, we aim to evolve our R&D sites into innovation ecosystems to leverage the knowledge and expertise of external partners.

JOB PURPOSE

The Regional Design Centre (RDC) Foods North Europe, DACH & East Europe department is responsible for the on-time and in-full project delivery for innovations, renovations, and cost-effectiveness projects for all retail DRY, IMF, and WET savoury technology products groups in Europe. It drives functional excellence whilst effectively combining relevant culinary, nutritional, and technology skills deploying existing technologies.

As a Product & Process Technologist/Developer you are part of the team responsible for delivery of material (ingredients) complexity reduction program, covering all platforms (Scratch Cooking, Dressings, Snacking and Local Jewels) of Retail and Unilever Foods Solutions (UFS) portfolio (UFS = one of the world's leading global Foodservice) in the region and providing cost reduction opportunities to the business.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE?

End to product and process development and implementation of a product in respective technology and platform.
Product development workstream leadership, delivering according to the business and product brief, focused on material complexity reduction (DMP: Destiny Material Portfolio).
Provide technical input to project scoping, considering ingredients functionality and product performance assessment of proposed alternative materials.
Validate in application alternative materials, according to the established protocol.
Perform product and ingredient physical-chemical analyses.
Design and validation of processes in Pilot Plant scale, upscaling and implementation in the industrial scale, at the destiny location. Collaboration with Unilever Supply Chain teams for implementation in-house or at a collaborative manufacturing network.
Development of product specification according to all relevant requirements and standards.
To contribute to risk- and environmental assessments.
Implementation of projects in Sourcing Units (Sus) and Collaborative Manufacturers (CMs) based on Design specifications ensuring compliance with:

- Consumer Safety Framework and relevant Good Manufacturer Practice

- Internal procedures and documentation standards

To apply standard practices to ensure quality of reporting in data management systems. In silico first approach (start with computer and later go to the kitchen) using available tools Minerva, predictive models etc.
To contribute to group and site culture and team building.
Act proactively and manage your workload efficiently within project timelines.
Work in multi-functional teams (with Supply Chain, Procurement, Marketing, Finance and other associated functions).
To ensure full compliance to the Unilever Code of Business Principles and all relevant SHE, QA and other policies and legislation.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

MBO, HBO degree in the area of Food Technology/Chemical Engineering/Process Engineering or related.
Proven experience in the content matter.
Bias for Action.
Passion for High Performance.
Experience in working in cross-functional teams.
Must be a very good team player and must have strong team leadership skills.
Creativity and innovative approach to problem solving.
Good verbal communication skills.
Effective working in virtual teams.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?
Unilever is the place where you can be yourself and bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. We offer an exciting & dynamic work environment where you can make things happen. Furthermore, we offer some great reward and benefits!

Attractive total remuneration package; excellent company pension, bonus, share scheme.
Flexible cross-disciplinary career opportunities and a wealth of training opportunities & wellbeing resources whenever and wherever.
Plenty of company-paid holidays to further ensure your work-life balance is maintained.
We encourage an inclusive culture, which comes to life with interchangeable public holidays, paid paternity leave of 6 weeks and our transgender policy.
Under the Hybrid Working principles, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 40% in the office or at customers, suppliers or partners to connect and collaborate. For the time you work from home, we will ensure you are well equipped. When you are at the office , you can enjoy our tasty canteen with prepped food and own products.
Informal culture and being the first one trying our new products.
My Fitness Plan (reduction on your Fitness Subscription).
Home work allowance
Company laptop and mobile phone
Green Mobility Policy.

EXCITED?

Join Unilever and our team! To apply, you must do so online. Please do not forget to upload your CV and a motivation letter. Your application will be reviewed against our requirements and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date to provide you with an update on the status of your application.

Looking forward to meeting you!

Please note this is a Direct Search led by Unilever. Applications from agencies will not be accepted, nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, parenthood, pregnancy or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against.

By highlighting the gender diversity at the workplace, Unilever encourages women equally men to apply. If you look for a job after a long career break or after any type of leave, do not hesitate to apply.

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