We are looking for an expert in dairy enzyme applications (fresh fermented and neutral dairy) to join our Food Biosciences team. This key role will drive technical leadership and customer engagement worldwide, requiring strong scientific expertise, relevant industry experience, and a focus on innovative enzyme solutions for the dairy sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as technical lead and expert in dairy enzyme applications, specializing in fresh fermented and neutral dairy. Experience with whey is a plus.
- Partner with commercial, R&D, and application teams to develop and deploy innovative enzyme solutions tailored to customer needs.
- Lead technical engagements with key customers, providing consultative support, troubleshooting, and co-development of new applications.
- Represent the company as a thought leader at industry events, conferences, and customer workshops.
- Collaborate with global teams to align on enzyme innovation strategy and share best practices.
- Contribute to internal training and capability building across regions and functions.
- Advanced degree (MSc or PhD) in Food Science, Dairy Technology, Biochemistry, or related field.
- At least 10 years' experience in the dairy industry, specializing in fresh fermented and neutral dairy products, enzyme applications, and product development.
- Proven track record of working directly with customers in North America; global experience is a plus.
- Deep understanding of dairy processing technologies and enzyme functionalities (e.g., lactases, proteases, lipases).
- Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to translate complex science into customer value.
- Willingness to travel up to 50%.
- Experience working in or with enzyme manufacturers or fresh or neutral dairy producer.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks for enzymes in food applications.
- Strategic mindset with the ability to influence across functions and geographies.
We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more
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International Flavors and Fragrances
Jul 29, 2025