Research and Development Analyst
hace 4 semanas
**Innovate with Us**
At Puratos, we're committed to creating innovative food solutions that enhance the health and well-being of people everywhere. As a global leader in bakery, patisserie, and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers succeed by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.
We're a team of over 10,000 employees in more than 70 countries, with a consolidated turnover of 2.2 billion euros (in 2021). Our passion for innovation, pioneering spirit, and unique culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future. This, along with our commitment to local communities, makes working at Puratos truly special.
To strengthen our team in Costa Rica, we're seeking a Research and Development Analyst to:
• Develop new products and concepts aligned with our yearly marketing plan and customer demands.
• Participate in cost reduction programs, maintaining performance while optimizing raw materials and existing portfolios.
• Support business development for product categories, identifying new opportunities at large customers.
• Create internal and external presentations explaining the benefits of our products.
• Ensure complete documentation on raw materials, formulations, process parameters, and quality control tests.
• Build a network of high-value customers, suppliers, researchers, and the international Puratos R&D community.
• Provide intelligence on innovative raw materials and technologies that can differentiate our products.
• Comply with food safety procedures and report any issues to the immediate supervisor or head of Quality.
**Requirements**
• University studies in Food Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or a similar field.
• At least 2 years of experience in related positions, ideally in the food or manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of ISO/FSSC22000 quality standards.
• Proficiency in Excel and SAP.
• Strong business development capacities, customer orientation, and networking skills.
• Ability to negotiate, solve problems, and work autonomously.
• Teamwork-oriented and decision-making skills.
We're a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful, and respectful work environment by putting people first.
We cultivate an inclusive global workplace that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities, and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.
**About Us**
Puratos is a Belgian family business with a passion for innovation, closeness to customers, and core values that form the basis of our passion to improve. Our products and services are available in 100+ countries around the world.
This is what makes working at Puratos so magical.
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