R&D Food Scientist

Role Summary: Lead R&D for pet food and treat products, converting consumer and pet needs into formulations and technical requirements. Key Responsibilities Direct innovation and renovation of pet food and treat products. Translate customer insights and technical needs into actionable formulation requirements. Guide and support R&D team members in product development efforts. Oversee product testing, validation, and development of product specifications. Partner cross-functionally to enable commercialization and successful product launch. Ensure alignment with food safety standards and regulatory compliance requirements. Qualifications & Skills Strong technical expertise in pet food and treat formulation and product development. Proven ability to lead R&D projects from concept to specifications. Experience with product testing methodologies and specification development. Knowledge of food safety principles and regulatory compliance expectations. Effective leadership and collaboration skills across functional teams. #J-18808-Ljbffr