R&D Raw Materials Lab Specialist - Experteer Italy
Pubblicato il 31-07-2026 - Experteer Italy in Alba
Experteer Overview
In this R&D; role, you will develop and evaluate high-quality ingredient solutions for Ferrero, aligning with global standards. You’ll work with cross-functional teams, external partners, and research institutes to advance raw materials and semi-finished products. Through lab work, supplier collaboration, and scientific research, you’ll support innovation and business growth while ensuring regulatory and quality compliance. This position offers exposure to cutting-edge ingredient science within a global, collaborative setting.
Retribuzione / Benefits
- Support raw material and semi-finished product category development, evaluation, and continuous improvement
- Collaborate with universities, research centers and external scientific partners on research projects
- Coordinate alignment among internal stakeholders (Product Development Platforms, Quality, Food Safety, Regulatory, Procurement, Marketing, Nutrition)
- Work with external partners and suppliers to develop tailor‑made semi‑finished products meeting technical and quality requirements
- Evaluate market raw materials and solutions for Ferrero standards (quality, regulatory, functional performance)
- Contribute to laboratory activities including testing, sensory evaluation, and data interpretation
- Define and validate semi‑finished product characteristics
- Prepare and update technical specifications aligned with internal standards and regulatory updates
- Analyze supplier processes and investigate alternatives to improve ingredients and semi‑finished products
- Support regulatory monitoring and category developments
Responsabilità
- Master in Chemistry, Food Chemistry, Food Technology, Agri‑Food Science, Biology or related discipline
- R&D; experience, preferably in the food industry
- Laboratory experience including experimental design and data analysis
- Strong understanding of quality and food safety standards
- Knowledge of statistical analysis and project management approaches
- Ability to work independently and in cross‑functional teams
- Fluency in English
Requisiti fondamentali
- Base salary per CCNL Industria Alimentare level 1
- Overall compensation based on experience and qualifications
- Dynamic, collaborative work culture