Product Development Technologist

3 days ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa The Legends Agency Full time R350 000 - R600 000 per year


Product Development Technologist



Shape the flavours of tomorrow with an innovative flavour house.

Midrand | Market-related package | 8am to 5pm

About Our Client
 The company partners with clients across the food industry to design flavour solutions that respond to evolving consumer preferences and market trends. With technical expertise, a creative approach, and a commitment to customer service, it transforms innovative ideas into successful, scalable products.

The Role: Product Development Technologist

As a Product Development Technologist, you will play a key role in the creation, modification, and application of food flavourings and seasonings. Working closely with the technical team, you'll develop new concepts, enhance existing formulations, and ensure customer briefs are met with precision and creativity. This is a hands-on development role where sensory skills and technical accuracy are equally important.

Key Responsibilities

  • 2 to 5 years of product development experience in flavours and seasonings

  • Formulate new flavours aligned with customer requirements and market trends

  • Modify and enhance existing flavour formulations for improved performance

  • Develop application recipes tailored to client products

  • Compound and prepare flavour samples for testing and client presentations

  • Conduct sensory panels to evaluate flavour performance and quality

  • Source and assess new raw materials and ingredients

  • Compile product specifications, technical documentation, and process methods

About You

  • Diploma or Degree in Food Technology or Food Science

  • 2 to 5 years of experience in product development within flavours/seasonings

  • Strong sensory and olfactory abilities with attention to detail

  • Knowledge of flavour development processes and regulatory requirements

  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel and Word)

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Proven ability to deliver on customer briefs with accuracy and creativity

  • Deadline-driven, proactive, and highly organised


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