R&D Specialist
Role Overview
R&D Specialist - Patisserie Mixes, a 12-month contract based in Mississauga, Ontario.
Reports to the R&D Director Patisserie and leads local research, development, and adaptation of patisserie mixes to support business growth and operational efficiency.
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Role overview
R&D Specialist - Patisserie Mixes, a 12-month contract based in Mississauga, Ontario.
Reports to the R&D Director Patisserie and leads local research, development, and adaptation of patisserie mixes to support business growth and operational efficiency.
Product innovation and portfolio
- Develop new and tailored products aligned with customer needs, market opportunities, and the innovation stage-gate process.
- Recommend concepts based on market trends, R&D innovation, and customer insights; maintain complete technical documentation and sound IP practices.
- Adapt formulas to improve cost, productivity, and performance; partner on cleaner-label opportunities and compliant transitions.
- Optimize the portfolio through SKU rationalization, positioning, and continuous improvement.
Customer, technical, and operational support
- Support Sales with market opportunities and at-risk products; deliver customer presentations, seminars, and technical demonstrations.
- Provide plant-level troubleshooting and technical support for product performance.
- Maintain NPD project documentation and item control; support Operations and Quality with root-cause analysis, rework recommendations, and non-conformity reviews.
- Follow safety, food safety, and quality procedures; complete other assignments from the Manager.
Expertise and collaboration
- Build product knowledge through training, field experience, and collaboration with business-unit and R&D specialists.
- Develop networks across customers, suppliers, researchers, and the international R&D community; share intelligence on innovative raw materials and technologies.
Education and experience
- Post-secondary degree in Food Science or a related discipline; a master’s degree is preferred.
- At least five years of food product development or technical sales experience, ideally in baking, patisserie, or ingredients.
Skills and qualifications
- Strong scientific foundation, problem-solving, analytical, and planning capabilities; able to lead multiple projects and improve processes.
- Excellent written and verbal English; French is an asset.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; SAP experience is an asset.
- Customer-oriented, collaborative, creative, self-motivated, and adaptable.
Workplace and travel
- Role is based in Mississauga, Ontario; travel availability of up to 30% is required.
About Puratos
Puratos develops food solutions for bakery, patisserie, and chocolate customers and operates in more than 85 countries.
The company describes a people-first, inclusive, and respectful workplace.
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