R&D Designer

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R&D Designer


An opportunity to join a growing business operating within the nutritional supplement sector. This is a varied position within the R&D function, offering involvement in the development and improvement of products from initial concept and laboratory formulation through to production and commercial launch.

The successful candidate will take ownership of product development projects, coordinating formulation activities and driving continuous improvement across the existing product portfolio.

Working closely with colleagues across technical, commercial and operational departments, you will organise and oversee production trials, monitor progress and ensure new and existing products meet the required specifications.

The role also involves providing technical support to customers and internal commercial teams, sharing product knowledge and industry insights to support customer projects and business development. You will have opportunities to participate in customer meetings and contribute to the ongoing development of the company's product offering.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate R&D projects, from initial concept through to production and commercial launch.
  • Develop, formulate and optimise products in line with customer and market requirements.
  • Identify opportunities to improve existing formulations, products and processes.
  • Organise and oversee production trials, monitoring results and resolving technical challenges.
  • Work cross-functionally with commercial, product management and operations teams.
  • Provide technical product information and support to internal teams and external customers.
  • Participate in customer meetings and provide technical input into development projects.
  • Keep up to date with industry developments, ingredient technologies, market trends and relevant legislation.


Ideal Candidate

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Biochemistry, Nutrition or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
  • Approximately 3–5 years' experience within the food, ingredients or nutritional products industry.
  • An interest in nutrition and functional food applications.
  • Good understanding of food ingredients, formulation principles and manufacturing processes.
  • Confident communicator, comfortable working with both technical and commercial stakeholders.
  • Fluency in English & Dutch.