Research And Development Specialist

Job Title:

R&D Specialist – Fruit Formulations (Bakery, Dairy & Food Service)

Company:
Foods Makers Co. Ltd. / DELIXIA Co. Ltd.

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative R&D Specialist to develop and optimize fruit-based formulations for bakery, dairy, and food service applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in fruit preparations, including fillings, toppings, sauces, and inclusions, with a focus on functionality, stability, and cost efficiency.

• Develop new fruit-based formulations for:
  • Bakery applications (fillings, glazes, inclusions)
  • Dairy applications (yogurt, ice cream, flavored milk)
  • Shelf‑life stability
  • Texture and viscosity
  • Cost efficiency
• Work on sugar‑free, low‑sugar, and clean‑label formulations in line with market trends
• Conduct trials at lab and pilot scale, followed by industrial scale‑up
• Ensure formulations meet customer requirements and industrial processing conditions
• Collaborate with:
  • Sales team for customer‑driven developments
  • Production team for scale‑up and process optimization
  • Quality team to ensure compliance with food safety standards
• Source and evaluate new raw materials (fruit purees, concentrates, stabilizers, pectin, etc.)
• Maintain documentation for all formulations, trials, and product specifications
• Stay updated on industry trends, innovations, and competitor products

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in fruit preparations or similar industry
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Pectin systems (HM, LM, amidated)
  • Stabilizers and hydrocolloids
  • Thermal processing and shelf‑life stability
  • Brix, pH, water activity
• Experience in bakery and dairy applications is highly preferred
• Strong product development and problem‑solving skills
• Hands‑on experience with lab and pilot trials
• Good understanding of industrial food processing
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Number of successful product launches
• Time‑to‑market for new developments
• Cost optimization achieved in formulations
• Customer satisfaction and repeat approvals
• Stability and performance of developed products

• Opportunity to build a leading fruit preparation business in the GCC
• Work on innovative and high‑growth product categories
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Direct impact on company expansion and market positioning