At JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS we are inspired by our belief that it’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee. We are driven by the vision that everyone deserves the coffee they love.

What’s it like to work at JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS?

We are proud of our passionate, driven associates that challenge the status quo and pursue mastery in everything they do. Our goal is simple and ambitious – JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS: A coffee for every cup

Working with us means you’ll be making an impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. We work as a team, celebrating success and supporting one another. Our associates work with a diverse group of like-minded people, in an innovative environment committed to doing the right thing – all across the world. What you do here will get noticed.

As our new R&D Project Lead you will be at the heart of our coffee pads business for one of the key Single Serve Coffee systems. You’ll lead the technical product development work in both innovation and renovation projects and will assume an R&D leadership role in a cross-functional team.

This means interacting with stakeholders (including business partners in the countries) on a regular basis, to align on their needs for innovation and renovation. Moreover, you’ll organize local innovation- and renovation  projects and identify specific focus areas. In these, you’ll guide team efforts to successful solutions, mentoring your team members in quality of delivery.

To be successful in this challenging role, you have a Master’s Degree in (preferably) Food Technology and at least 7 years of experience in R&D, in various positions including product development and industrial implementation in FMCG, preferably in the food and/ or beverage industry.

Furthermore, you’ll bring

• Proven leadership qualities and a track record of successes in bringing innovation to the market
• Sound awareness of consumer and sensory tools
• Excellent technical skills, being solution provider
• Profound experience in project management
• Experience in an international environment, dealing with different cultures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluency English

Next to a salary based on your experience, we offer a variety of secondary conditions of employment. This includes a generous pension scheme and additional ADV days as we think a good work-life balance is important. Furthermore, a flexible international work environment, freedom to implement your great ideas and opportunities to develop yourself and grow further within JDE.