Development Specialist (all genders)

Join the Friso ROW & Specialties team in Specialised Nutrition to develop next-generation products for infants and toddlers. Within FrieslandCampina Innovation, we create and improve products and processes for healthy infants and those with special medical needs across Rest of World (ROW) (MX, GR, MY & VN), Greater China and CBEC markets. As a Junior Product Developer, you will contribute to innovation, compliance and optimization projects in multidisciplinary teams for the global Friso brand.

Your main accountabilities will be as follows: Participate in New Product Development projects under guidance; Build and share know-how and vision in the field of infant & toddler nutrition; Use and build a stakeholder network, both internal within FC R&D and external; Plan, prepare and carry out pilot and production scale trials in close collaboration with pilot plant and Supply Chain and analyse, interpret, and report results to key stakeholders.

Master's degree in Food Technology or Chemistry; Relevant experience with NPD, preferably in food or infant or medical nutrition area; Experienced in recipe design and knowledge of product-process interactions is desired; Experience with SAP PLM is a plus; Demonstratable understanding of data processing and statistics; Good communication and presentation skills in English; You have an open attitude, are analytical with a quality focus and work well both independently and within a team; You are customer focused and are able to act with speed and decisiveness to achieve the best results; You take responsibility for your work and are continuously looking for new opportunities to make a change.

At FrieslandCampina you work on strong, globally loved brands enjoyed by millions every day, like Friso, Campina, Chocomel and Frisian Flag. As a farmer-owned cooperative, we combine an international environment with a clear social and sustainable purpose. We support your growth through training, coaching and internal career opportunities. With trust and autonomy, you can make real impact.

Salary between €3400 and €4600 gross per month (full-time), depending on experience and fit for the role; A workweek of 32 to 38 hours, a 5% year-end allowance, 10% bonus, 8% holiday allowance and a pension scheme; a NS-card or €0.23 per km (max. 30 km one way); 200 hours of annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 40 hours; A laptop & phone and home office equipment.

An inspiring purpose Better nutrition for the world and a good living for our farmers, now and for generations to come. A cooperative culture Driven by global collaboration, respect, and shared success A tangible impact Space to aim higher, with autonomy and a clear focus Your growth fuels ours We invest in your personal and professional development through training and education.