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Tribonet

Application Scientist

Abingdon, VA · On-site

Maintain standard laboratory safety protocols (GLP/GMP) and manage the on‑site flavor stock ... Experience: 3-5+ years of hands‑on experience in flavor applications, product development , or ...

Carbery Group

Applications Technologist I

Wauconda, IL · On-site

$56K - $76K/yr

We believe great flavor starts with great people. That's why we're committed to hiring creative ... Applications Manager Our Commitment to our People We are a diverse and growing workforce of over 1 ...

Carbery Group

Applications Technologist I

Wauconda, IL · On-site

$56K - $76K/yr

We believe great flavor starts with great people. That's why we're committed to hiring creative ... Applications Manager Our Commitment to our People We are a diverse and growing workforce of over 1 ...

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Research & Development Manager Flavor Applications

Tampa, FL • On-site

Hunter the Head Hunter
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Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Our client is a well-established and highly respected international flavor manufacturer seeking an experienced Research & Development Manager to lead its R&D team in the Tampa, Florida area.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an individual who is passionate about flavor innovation, enjoys working directly with customers and commercial teams, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where creativity and technical expertise come together. The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary team of four flavor scientists while driving new product development, customer solutions, and strategic innovation initiatives.

Responsibilities
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of four flavor scientists with diverse technical backgrounds.
  • Drive innovation through the development of new flavor concepts and applications aligned with emerging market trends.
  • Partner closely with Sales, Marketing, and customers to create customized flavor solutions.
  • Manage multiple customer-driven development projects from concept through commercialization.
  • Serve as the technical leader during customer meetings, presentations, and product demonstrations.
  • Provide technical oversight for flavor applications, product development, and innovation initiatives across multiple food and beverage categories.
  • Evaluate new ingredients, technologies, and processing methods to improve product performance and expand capabilities.
  • Prioritize departmental workload, allocate resources, and ensure projects are completed on schedule.
  • Foster a collaborative, creative, and high-performing R&D culture focused on continuous improvement.
  • Work cross-functionally with Regulatory, Quality, Operations, and Commercial teams to successfully launch new products.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline (Master's degree preferred).
  • 7+ years of food or beverage product development and flavor applications experience within the flavor, ingredient, or food manufacturing industries.
  • Previous experience managing or leading technical teams.
  • Strong background in customer-facing flavor applications and product development.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and project management skills.
  • Passion for innovation and developing creative solutions that help customers succeed.
Preferred Experience
  • Experience working for a flavor house or ingredient manufacturer.
  • Expertise in sweet and/or savory flavor systems.
  • Strong understanding of food processing, ingredient functionality, and commercialization.
  • Proven ability to translate customer needs into commercially successful products.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
  • Lead a multidisciplinary R&D team and play a key role in shaping the organization's innovation strategy.
  • Make a direct impact on new product development and customer success.
  • Join a collaborative organization that values technical expertise, creativity, and continuous improvement.
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
  • Opportunity to work in the Tampa, Florida area, one of the fastest-growing regions in the country.

If you're an innovative R&D leader with a strong flavor applications background and a passion for leading technical teams, we'd love to speak with you about this opportunity.