About this role
<p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000">Join the Magic</span></strong><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:center;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:center;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000">R&D Manager Bakery Emulsifiers</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#984806"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000">Your Mission</span></strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <p style="margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">As <strong>R&D Manager Bakery Emulsifiers</strong>, you play a key role in <strong>driving the development and optimization</strong> of <strong>emulsifier</strong>, <strong>paste improver</strong>, and <strong>liquid improver solutions</strong>. You provide <strong>technical expertise</strong> and <strong>global support</strong> to internal teams and customers, translating needs into <strong>robust</strong>, <strong>compliant</strong>, and <strong>scalable solutions</strong>. By combining <strong>hands-on product ownership</strong> with close <strong>cross-functional collaboration</strong>, you help improve <strong>performance</strong>, <strong>cost-efficiency</strong>, and <strong>sustainability</strong> across the portfolio. Your work directly contributes to <strong>product quality</strong>, <strong>innovation</strong>, and <strong>business growth</strong>.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000">Key Accountabilities </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Lead the <strong>development</strong>, <strong>optimization</strong>, and <strong>adaptation</strong> of <strong>emulsifier</strong>, <strong>paste improver</strong>, and <strong>liquid improver solutions</strong>, improving <strong>product performance</strong> while balancing <strong>cost-efficiency</strong> and <strong>sustainability</strong>. </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Act as the <strong>technical contact point</strong> for <strong>emulsifier-related questions</strong> across the group, supporting subsidiaries and customers with <strong>practical expertise</strong> and <strong>fit-for-purpose solutions</strong>. </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Contribute to <strong>new product development</strong> and <strong>product launches</strong>, while maintaining a strong understanding of the <strong>competitive landscape</strong> and <strong>market technical needs</strong>. </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Monitor relevant <strong>regulations</strong> impacting emulsifiers and finished products, and ensure <strong>technical compliance</strong> through close collaboration with the appropriate stakeholders. </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Work closely with <strong>Operations</strong>, <strong>Process Improvement</strong>, <strong>QC</strong>, <strong>QA</strong>, <strong>Engineering</strong>, and <strong>Purchasing</strong> to manage <strong>product quality</strong>, select <strong>raw materials</strong>, and support <strong>production</strong> and <strong>scale-up activities</strong>. </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Prepare and follow up <strong>CAPEX-related plans</strong> with Engineering and support the production of <strong>fat-based liquid and paste improvers</strong> in collaboration with <strong>production</strong> and <strong>sales teams</strong>. </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Ensure <strong>technical product data</strong> is accurate and up to date, safeguard the <strong>confidentiality of formulas and know-how</strong>, and deliver <strong>training</strong> to local <strong>R&D</strong>, <strong>Marketing</strong>, and <strong>Sales</strong> teams on the use of emulsifiers in application</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000">Who are we looking for?</span></strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:black"> </p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">You hold a <strong>Master’s degree</strong> in <strong>Bioscience Engineering</strong>, <strong>Chemistry</strong>, or a similar scientific discipline, or you bring an equivalent level through relevant experience, combined with a strong interest in <strong>chemistry</strong>. </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">You have <strong>5 to 10 years of relevant experience</strong> and bring solid <strong>technical</strong> and <strong>hands-on expertise</strong> within an <strong>R&D environment</strong>. </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">You combine an <strong>entrepreneurial</strong> and <strong>agile mindset</strong> with strong <strong>analytical skills</strong> and a <strong>practical approach</strong> to solving technical challenges. </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">You communicate <strong>clearly and effectively</strong>, know how to <strong>listen</strong>, <strong>collaborate</strong>, and <strong>build networks</strong> across functions and cultures; experience in <strong>people management</strong> is a plus. </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">You are <strong>customer centric</strong> and understand how to translate <strong>technical market needs</strong> into <strong>relevant</strong> and <strong>feasible product solutions</strong>. </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">You are eager to grow your career in an <strong>international</strong> and <strong>dynamic environment</strong> and are comfortable working closely with a broad set of <strong>internal</strong> and <strong>external stakeholders</strong>. </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">You are <strong>fluent in English</strong> and have at least a <strong>basic knowledge of French</strong>; any additional language is a plus, and you are willing to <strong>travel globally</strong> (<strong>around 10%</strong>).</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000">What you can expect from Puratos?</span></strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal</span><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">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.</span><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">You will be welcomed in a dynamic work environment where passion for innovation, team spirit and continuous improvement are key. You can count on a competitive salary package with attractive benefits such as:</span><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 48.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Meal vouchers (10€/day)</span><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 48.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Group, dental and hospitalization insurance fully paid by Puratos</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 48.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Company Car</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 48.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Bonus </span></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 48.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Minimum 5 training days per year</span><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 48.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">A wide variety of Health&Wellbeing benefits</span></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 48.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Responsibilities and the possibility to take ownership of your work</span><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Watch our corporate movie and feel the Puratos Magic:</span><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNRsBzuRlNI" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#0563c1">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNRsBzuRlNI</span></a><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Working at Puratos is choosing a Top Employer in Belgium!</span><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></p> <div style="border:none;border-bottom:solid black 1.0pt;padding:0.0cm 0.0cm 1.0pt 0.0cm"> <p style="margin:0.0cm;padding:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;border:medium none currentcolor"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Shall we meet soon?</span><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></p> </div> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">#LI-PL2</span><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></p>