Research And Development Specialist

Company Description

Devson Impex Private Limited is a trusted leader in importing, agent services, distribution, and wholesale supply of premium-quality ingredients sourced from top domestic and international manufacturers. With over 80 years of industry expertise, Devson serves diverse sectors including biopharmaceuticals, pharmaceuticals, food, dairy, sports nutrition, and cosmetics. Headquartered in Mumbai, with a branch office in Delhi, the company is ISO 9001, SEDEX, SMETA, SME-1, and AEO-1 certified, underscoring its commitment to ethical sourcing, stringent quality control, and customer satisfaction. Devson also operates a state-of-the-art Food Application Lab, offering technical support and product development services to its clients in the food industry. This dedication to innovation, ethics, and outstanding service makes Devson Impex a reputable name in the industry.

Job Description: Research & Development Executive – Food & Nutra Ingredients

Position: Research & Development (R&D) Executive

Experience Required: 3–5 Years

Location: Mumbai

Industry: Food Ingredients / Nutraceutical Ingredients

About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented R&D Executive with hands-on experience in food and nutraceutical ingredients. The candidate should have strong expertise in new product development (NPD), formulation, and ingredient evaluation within the food and nutraceutical industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support new product development (NPD) projects for food and nutraceutical ingredients.
• Develop innovative formulations aligned with market trends and customer requirements.
• Conduct laboratory trials, stability studies, and product evaluations.
• Source and evaluate new raw materials and functional ingredients.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Regulatory, Production, and Sales.
• Maintain product documentation, technical specifications, and formulation records.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.
• Support scale-up activities from lab trials to commercial production.
• Analyze competitor products and industry trends for innovation opportunities.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Nutrition, Biotechnology, or related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in Food/Nutraceutical Ingredients industry.
• Proven experience in New Product Development (NPD).
• Strong understanding of food ingredients, nutraceutical formulations, and functional ingredients.
• Knowledge of regulatory and quality standards applicable to food and nutraceutical products.
• Good analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with functional foods, health supplements, premixes, or specialty ingredients.
• Exposure to pilot plant trials and commercial product launches.
• Familiarity with ingredient applications in beverages, supplements, bakery, dairy, or wellness products.

Compensation

Salary will be commensurate with experience and industry standards.