Mars · 8 hours ago
Senior Scientist, Formulation
Franklin, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expMars is a company focused on pet nutrition, seeking a Senior Scientist in Formulation to develop and deploy new product recipes for canine and feline products. The role involves maintaining and improving product quality, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving efficiency and innovation in product development.
ConfectioneryConsumer GoodsFood and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Engage in Innovation, Renovation, and Business Continuity projects by developing recipes that meet product & performance targets and attributes
Finalize and execute recipes and raw materials in the factory consistent with business processes and company standards
Run quarterly recipe optimization cycles and report on quality and cost
Provide input for finished product testing plans to drive the efficient use of available budget
Responsible for engaging in efficiency activities as part of productivity and cost reduction efforts to meet NA business targets
Understand supplier capabilities to deliver against our specification targets and drive continuous improvement programs at the site level
Deliver agreed Value Leadership projects and initiatives
Partner to solution crisis events that impact raw materials and recipes at our NA sites
Demonstrate a quality culture in actions, words and spirit
Apply nutrition updates and maintain product integrity as reflected in the recipe software
Drive timely response to Sentinel findings and to changes in the nutrient matrix stemming from variability in Raw Material nutrient values that affect product cost and compliance
Provide input on test plans and acceptance criteria for new raw material vendors
Product renovation, cost and quality improvement programs
Formulation representation for Concessions and Risk Assessments
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Biological/Agricultural Engineering, Food Science Technology, Animal Science/Nutrition or equivalent
3+ years' experience in recipe formulation in a research and development and/or a technical role in the field of raw materials or finished product CPG
Experience in Formulation Optimization software
Travel up to 10%
Preferred
Advanced degree in Biological/Agricultural Engineering, Food Science Technology, Animal Science/Nutrition or equivalent
Benefits
Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
Company
Mars
Mars is a manufacturer of pet food, confectionery, and other food products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-03-04Debt Financing
Leadership Team
Claus Aagaard
CFO
Meghal Sheth
CFO, Mars Wrigley India
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