Ben Jerry Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Life tastes better with ice cream
With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall's, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry's, loved in 76 countries, we are the world's largest Ice Cream company leading the industry.
We create iconic ice cream brands that are part of everyday life, bringing moments of joy to millions of people around the world. Everybody loves ice cream. And as the world's biggest pureplay ice cream company, we have the scale and ambition to make a real difference.
What truly sets us apart is how we work.
We move fast and keep things simple. We turn ideas into action, trust people to take ownership, and work as one team to win together with integrity. Our culture is highperformance, collaborative and focused on getting things done.
We're curious and ready for what's next. We embrace digital, use data to make better decisions, and keep learning, including how AI can help us work smarter and serve consumers better.

Terms: Permanent, Full-time position; International sponsorship and relocation (local or international) are not available.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a fulltime basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship. Employment eligibility will be verified as part of the hiring process.

Ben & Jerry's:
Ben & Jerry's Homemade Inc., founded in 1978 in Burlington, Vermont by friends Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield, is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Magnum Ice Cream Company as of 2025. With a unique structure including Ben & Jerry's Board of Directors, who support the company in advancing its social mission while maintaining brand integrity. An iconic brand, with annual turnover exceeding 1 Billion, Ben & Jerry's aims to double its business and expand its global impact. Our mission thrives on balancing growth with our grassroots and activist spirit, ensuring we remain a purpose-led organization with a connected 3-part mission.
THE ROLE:
This role is in Ben & Jerry's Global Research, Design & Innovation (RD&I) team. The RD&I team develops and improves Ben & Jerry's super-premium ice cream portfolio, supporting renovation, innovation, value improvement, quality improvement and business continuity across markets.
This role supports the development of new flavors and product improvements, while helping deliver business continuity, material efficiency and cost-saving initiatives.
WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Develop product concepts, flavors, designs and formulations for new and existing products.
• Prepare, evaluate and refine laboratory samples and product prototypes.
• Support ingredient and supplier assessment, onboarding and approval processes.
• Maintain product specifications, nutrition information and related technical documentation.
• Plan and support lab, pilot plant and factory trials to enable successful product launches.
• Support business continuity, cost savings, material efficiency and waste reduction work.
• Provide clear project updates to technical, marketing and cross-functional partners.
• Work with cross-functional teams to execute projects from concept through launch.
• The role requires strong organization and follow-through, including the ability to manage five or more active projects across multiple regions while also supporting day-to-day RD&I work.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO...
Can build strong working relationships across Ben & Jerry's and TMICC, partnering effectively while helping protect and advance Ben & Jerry's connected three-part mission. The ideal candidate is passionate about food and curious about ingredients, flavors and consumer experiences. They should be able to combine ingredients in creative, practical ways that support product quality, differentiation and consumer appeal. Culinary training is a plus, but not required.
Required skills and experience:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in the food industry, with hands-on experience in product development, product formulation or technical project execution.
• Experience preparing and evaluating product samples, prototypes or trial materials using structured feedback and documented results.
• Ability to maintain accurate technical documentation, including product specifications, ingredient information and nutrition-related data.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and communicate clear updates to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to partner with brand, marketing, supply chain and RD&I teams to understand consumer needs and translate them into product work.
• Comfort working with data, product specifications and digital tools; experience with PLM, Innoplan, BLUE or similar systems is a plus.
• Ice cream or frozen dessert product development experience is preferred, but not required.

Travel requirements
It is anticipated that the candidate may be required to support factory trials in Vermont and possibly additional factories within the US. Frequency will vary, but usually 6-8 times per year.
WHAT YOU'LL GET:
Alongside meaningful work and strong development, we offer a reward package that typically includes:

• Market-competitive pay and performance related rewards
• Flexible ways of working
• Support for health, wellbeing and life outside of work
• Time off to rest and recharge
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Medical, dental and (where applicable) vision coverage
• Health and wellbeing support, including employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives
• Health-related savings and spending accounts
• Retirement savings programs with a competitive matching plan
• Additional employee perks (e.g., corporate discounts, commuter or learning support)

Benefits vary by country and are subject to plan terms and eligibility.

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Why join us?

This is a place for people who are passionate about ice cream and are growth obsessed - both for the business and for themselves. People who act like an owner and drive our business end-to-end. People who are driven by success to deliver more than we ever thought we could!

You'll thrive here if you value an inclusive culture, with low ego and hierarchy - and if you're excited to continuously learn and challenge how we work, using digital, data, and new thinking to push us forward.

- Roles with real accountability and visible impact

- Free to move fast, experiment and challenge how things are done

- Continuous learning and development as the business grows

- Reward linked to performance and contribution.

Your career here is shaped by what you deliver, as you work across functions and markets and grow with the business.

Ready to build the future of Ice Cream?

If this sounds like the place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply online and share your CV. We'll review your application and be in touch with the next steps.

If you are an individual with a disability and require assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please let your Talent Acquisition Partner know.

Additional information

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

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