Senior Product Developer - Yogurts (12 months maternity cover) - Stockholm

Is your mind set on innovation, and are you looking for a job where you combine theoretical know-how of dairy technology with hands-on product development in an exciting, growing category?  

This could be your chance to join a large global company that takes natural products seriously. The job will be based at our Solna office in Stockholm, Sweden from where you will be working closely with our key production sites in Sweden and with Europe. You will be part of our Global Fermented development team with a focus on our Yogurts category in Sweden.  

So, if you are passionate about working at a fast pace environment and creating the future of Arla’s Yogurt products then this could be the next career move for you.

How will you make an impact

Your main goal is to develop the future products for the Swedish market with a focus on the Yoggi brand.  This will include new Innovations, new flavour design, renovations and sugar reduction initiatives. As such, you will be leading a large number of development projects of varying size and, with hands on approach, you will drive the activities from start to finish. This position puts you in a unique position to have a major impact on the future success of the organization. 

• Turning concepts into innovative new products in order to give Arla a commercial advantage.
• Optimizing the cost / value of new and existing products, working closely with global marketing, suppliers, our supply chain and other stakeholders.
• Leading product and process development projects, including recipe finalization, cost management, quality assurance and legal assessment.
• Working closely with Brand Managers and colleagues within Fermented dairy to act as a strong and credible technical sparring partner in discussions.
• Participate in customer-related groups, e.g. product teams, plant meetings, sales, marketing and application related group meetings.
• Project Management, including being able to provide a clear status of a development project,  opportunities, risks and project timeline.

What will make you successful

If you hold a degree within Food Science and Technology, Dairy Technology or similar, have a solid understanding of fermented dairy products and minimum 5+ years of experience in an FMCG environment. You have the exact credentials needed for this key NPD position.

This means that you are able to think outside of the box in order to develop product solutions to meet the changing market and consumer landscape. If you have been working within the dairy industry or have experience with cultures for fermented gut health products, it will absolutely give you a head start.

Cross functional project management experience is important as well as being hands on. If you are more interested in project management and less so in hands on tasks, new product development manager will not be a good fit for you. 

 You must be fluent in English (verbal and written) in order to navigate in an international environment.
 

Finally, you are good at communicating clearly, building personal relations both across organizational levels and externally. In addition, you are equipped with a sound business understanding and are skilled at driving projects from start to finish.

What do we offer?

In our department, you'll experience a dynamic and global environment, collaborating with colleagues across Europe to drive innovation and excellence. We pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant working environment  where creativity and collaboration flourish. Our unique Arla culture is embodied in our core values: Lead, Sense, and Create, which guide us in delivering impactful results and nurturing personal growth. Join us and be a part of a team that is committed to making a difference both locally and globally

Arla Foods has collective agreements, and we always ensure to offer good and competitive working conditions. In addition to that, safety and working environment are our top priorities, which is why we, among other things, conduct random drug and alcohol tests.

Would you like to join us?

If you want to seize this exciting role to drive a future innovation agenda for Arla and accelerate your career, then please apply as soon as possible. We process applications on a continuous basis and close the job opening once the right candidate has been found. For further information about the job, please contact Senior Innovation Manager Jorden Naseby on LinkedIN.

Please be aware that any applications or CV’s coming through email or direct messages will not be accepted or considered.

Shape the Future of Dairy 

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future. 

We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry. 

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