• Application Deadline: Fri, 7 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Savory Flavorist (Seasonings)


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 6 - 10 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Manufacturing 
  

Job Description

• We are seeking to recruit applicants that will lead flavor development in seasoning to meet consumer aspirations by providing timely support to the business. 

Key Responsibilities

• Create and present seasoning concepts in consumer product categories especially Noodles.


• Develop a robust pipeline of savory flavors in seasonings with high consumer preference.


• Introduce new Savory/Culinary raw materials.


• Supervise first production of formulas.


• Build technical competence in seasoning formulation along with other internal stakeholders.


• Be able to trouble shoot flavor selection which complies to regulatory requirements and parameters.


• Stay ahead of consumer flavor trend and translate into culinary application.


• Conduct or participate in surveys for consumer insights.


• Participate in sensory analysis and shelf life studies.


• Develop and nurture partnerships with key suppliers.


• Manage and build knowledge in the respective domain and provide flavor guidance in response to business needs.


• Work closely within Product Development and other stakeholders in Operations, Marketing, Consumer Insights.

Qualification and Skills

• Science Degree or higher (Food Technology / Chemistry preferred) from reputable educational institution.


• 6-10 years relevant experience in savory flavor creation in a reputable organization.


• Proven track record of success in creating flavors and seasonings in West Africa.


• Full knowledge on flavor raw materials, flavor creation and composition.


• Creative and innovative thinking with an understanding of ingredients and local palette preference (Nigerian cuisine) along with in-depth industry knowledge.


• Minimum of second-class, lower division.


• 25 to 30 years of age.