Senior Application Specialist

1 week ago

Cape Town, South Africa Iff Full time

Overview IIF Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Join to apply for the Senior Application Specialist role at IFF. The Senior Application Specialist is based in Cape Town, South Africa in an onsite capacity within the Food Ingredients Business Unit, focused on creating solutions that deliver improved nutritional profiles, exceptional taste and texture, and greater cost efficiency for global food and beverage manufacturers. Responsibilities Build strong technical partnerships with key customers, conducting trials and presenting innovative concepts. Develop and deliver compelling product and ingredient presentations to customers. Identify new business opportunities while defending existing accounts. Collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, and other functions to ensure seamless project execution. Lead technical strategy initiatives and contribute to global innovation programs. Design and optimize finished product formulations to meet industrial standards and client requirements. Mentor and train junior team members and technical / commercial staff. Investigate and resolve technical challenges related to raw materials, prototypes, and scale-up processes. Maintain a safe, organized lab environment while documenting activities and reporting progress. What Makes You The Right Fit Degree in Food Science, Technology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field 10+ years of experience in the food, pharmaceutical, ingredient, or flavor industry, with a strong baking background At least 5 years of expertise in the relevant application area and experience leading cross‑functional teams Strong problem‑solving skills, creativity, and ability to work independently on high‑value projects Willingness to travel locally and across the African subcontinent as needed Comfort working in a lab environment, with the ability to navigate ambiguity while remaining self‑driven and highly motivated Why Choose Us Join a global leader in food innovation and ingredient solutions Influence product development and contribute to market‑shaping innovations Engage in impactful projects with real‑world applications Access opportunities for learning, career advancement, and personal growth Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits designed to support your well‑being We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. Visit / careers / workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Information Technology Industries: Chemical Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at IFF by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr

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