Leading Liquid Development Manager at Fever-Tree developing premium carbonated mixers for alcoholic spirits. Collaborating with cross-functional teams on product development and compliance in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Lead delivery of Liquid-led projects, from scoping through to launch, as part of a cross functional team.
Formulate products and manage the scale-up from laboratory to factory ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and internal standards.
Provide technical support on ingredients, products and process related issues.
Prepare and manage technical documentation including specifications, material safety data sheets, formulations and manufacturing instructions.
Conduct sensory evaluation of flavours and train/carry out sensory panels and perception testing.
Assist in managing the sensory evaluation program.
Ensure laboratory compliance health and safety standards and adherence to best technical practices.
Collaborate with the Innovation team to support NPD scoping and defining technical requirements.
Implement process improvements to enhance departmental efficiency.
Foster strong cross-functional communication with the wider Technical & Quality, Innovation, Supply Chain, Legal, and Marketing teams.
Manage supplier relationships to ensure best practices, timely project delivery and contribute to innovation and market trend awareness.
Support and, when required, lead co-packer scoping and commissioning initiatives.
Requirements
Degree (or equivalent) in relevant science discipline (e.g. Chemistry, Food science) with 8 years + in food/beverage application laboratories, production or related fields.
Strong technical expertise in beverage formulations, ingredients and processing, with proven FMCG experience.
Skilled in product formulation and scaling from laboratory to factory.
Experience in leading full scale production trials and troubleshooting on the line.
Proficient in flavour evaluation, sensory panel training, and perception testing.
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to produce and review technical documentation.
Experience using and optimising liquid development software.
Effective working independently and collaboratively.
Strong track record in NPD and EPD projects.
Hands-on approach with strong work ethic.
Experienced in project management with strong problem-solving and risk analysis capabilities.
Proactive, action-oriented, and solution-driven.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Demonstrates perseverance, resilience and a positive attitude in the pursuit of challenging goals.
Travel required to production facilities and supplier sites as part of project delivery and technical support responsibilities.
Flexible working, with a minimum of three days per week in the office/laboratory to support hands-on technical activities and collaboration.
Benefits
Generous benefits package
Product perks and clubs
Sociable yet fast-paced working environment
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