Product Development Technologist

At McCormick, we bring our passion for flavor to work each day. We encourage growth, respect everyone's contributions and do what's right for our business, our people, our communities and our planet. Join us on our quest to make every meal and moment better. Founded in Baltimore, MD in 1889 in a room and a cellar by 25-year-old Willoughby McCormick with three employees, McCormick is a global leader in flavour.

With over 14,000 employees around the world and more than $6 Billion in annual sales, the Company manufactures, markets, and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavourful products to the entire food industry, retail outlets, food manufacturers, food service businesses and consumers. While our global headquarters are in the Baltimore, Maryland, USA area, McCormick operates and serves customers from nearly 60 locations in 25 countries and 170 markets in Asia-Pacific, China, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and the Americas, including North, South and Central America with recognized brands.

At McCormick, we have over a 100-year legacy based on our “Power of People” principle. This principle fosters an unusually dedicated workforce requiring a culture of respect, recognition, inclusion and collaboration based on the highest ethical values.

Product Development Technologist, SEA

The Product Development Technologist will lead and manage product development projects across the SEA region for strategic FMCG and Chicken Processor customers. This role focuses on wet condiments, coating systems, and seasoning technologies, and acts as the key technical lead responsible for end-to-end project delivery, from concept development to commercialization. The goal is to deliver high-quality, commercially viable innovations that meet customer briefs, timelines, and technical standards.

Key responsibilities include interfacing with customer innovation teams, enhancing product quality, and driving cost optimization through CCI (Comprehensive Continuous Improvement) and DTV (Design to Value) for Flavour Solution Segment.

• Lead and manage end-to-end product development for key FMCG accounts and Chicken Processor customers, with focus on condiments, seasonings, coatings, and marinades. Leverage DTV (Design to Value) principles to ensure that each project from concept to commercialization is delivered in alignment with assigned briefs with right the first-time mindset. Responsibilities include developing product prototypes and processes, conducting stability and shelf‑life studies, and ensuring that all new commercial products are fit for scalable manufacturing.
• Drive impeccable R&D project management to achieve NPD targets, accelerate internal flavor utilization, and strengthen our competitive advantage in flavor solutions. Ensure product development projects are completed on time and in full. Lead DTV initiatives to support CCI programs, delivering margin‑enhancing innovations and proactively managing both existing product improvements and new product development for customers.
• Lead proactive product demonstrations and presentations on new products, innovations, and consumer/market trends. Engage with key customers through site visits to discuss projects and provide technical support. Develop and expand the opportunity pipeline by positioning McCormick as a trusted partner. Enhance customer awareness and understanding of McCormick’s value‑added solutions to build competitive advantage.
• Prepare raw material and product specifications for NPD projects, including ingredient statements, nutritional information, labeling, packaging requirements, and other relevant technical details. Provide support for HACCP, GHP, HALAL, and food quality audits in alignment with R&D procedures.
• Transfer technical knowledge of new or modified processes and product improvements to QA, Production, and relevant teams to ensure products meet customer expectations. Lead production trials and first‑time commercial runs, including setting up process instructions and technical documentation. Provide technical support to cross‑functional teams to ensure process consistency, repeatability, and…