North America Hybrid

Brenntag is hiring a Senior Technical Development Director - Food/Nutrition

About the Role

Lead technical strategy and innovation in food and nutrition, aligning scientific capabilities with customer needs to develop and deliver advanced ingredient solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Direct the technical vision and execution for food and nutrition product development initiatives
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify market opportunities and technical trends
  • Oversee the design and implementation of scalable, science-based formulations
  • Guide regulatory compliance and safety standards for new and existing products
  • Foster strong relationships with key customers to understand technical requirements
  • Lead technical due diligence for new product concepts and ingredient applications
  • Manage a team of technical professionals, supporting career development and performance
  • Ensure alignment between R&D activities and commercial objectives
  • Drive innovation through partnerships with suppliers, academia, and research institutions
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and scientific advancements for integration into offerings
  • Develop technical documentation, including specifications, safety data, and application guidance
  • Support sales teams with in-depth technical expertise during customer engagements
  • Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex technical challenges in production or application
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of food science, nutritional trends, and regulatory landscapes
  • Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement across technical operations
  • Coordinate with global teams to ensure consistency and knowledge sharing
  • Manage technical project timelines, resources, and deliverables
  • Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and technical forums
  • Ensure intellectual property is identified, protected, and leveraged appropriately
  • Monitor competitive activity and benchmark technical capabilities
  • Optimize processes for efficiency and sustainability in product development
  • Ensure adherence to internal governance and external regulatory requirements
  • Facilitate technology transfer between research and commercialization stages
  • Support sustainability goals through responsible ingredient sourcing and formulation
  • Drive digital transformation in technical operations and data management

Compensation

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives commensurate with experience

Work Arrangement

Hybrid work model with a combination of remote and on-site presence

Team

Part of a global technical team focused on innovation in specialty ingredients and nutritional solutions

Why Join Us

  • Opportunity to lead high-impact technical initiatives in a growing market segment
  • Access to global resources and a network of scientific and industry experts

Our Commitment to Sustainability

  • Focus on sustainable ingredient solutions and environmentally responsible practices
  • Integration of circular economy principles in product development and sourcing
Required Skills
Project ManagementTeam LeadershipStakeholder ManagementProduct DevelopmentSupply Chain Management
About company
Brenntag
Brenntag is the leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, committed to connecting customers and suppliers within networks. We add value for our customers and partners every step of the way: through our product knowledge, innovation, and sustainable solutions, combined with our passion for service excellence and commitment to safety.Headquartered in Essen, Germany, and with more than 17,500 experts at about 600 locations in 72 countries, our two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, offer a full range of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients. Therefore, our clients and partners can count on us for global reach combined with local agility and execution.As an employer, we embrace diversity and foster a sense of community and collaboration in an environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and work together. We engage our employees in the company’s mission for collective success, by building long-term stability and safety through trust and clarity across the organization. We believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential and shape the future.For more information, please visit www.brenntag.com
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Posted 10 months ago