Seasoning Developer

• Develop commercially feasible seasonings and duplicate competitive products, through the successful management and timely completion of customer related projects, in accordance with project parameters and customer requirements. Responsible for cost optimization, productivity analysis, and raw material review & rationalization, relative to seasonings and their ingredient portfolio Effectively utilizes critical support functions; Innovations, Analytical, MCI, and Regulatory in the development process. Responsible for understanding labeling requirements for seasoning duplications, including FDA and USDA guidelines and restrictions for seasonings. Communicating with Regulatory and Purchasing for raw material information and labeling requests.
• Responsible for the evaluation and validation of seasoning blends in specific applications in accordance with customer processing parameters.
• Provide technical assistance and seasoning development expertise to strategic customers. Develop technical to technical contact and participate in customer calls and technical presentations.
• Stay abreast of new food ingredient developments and technologies, trends and innovation, as well as processing and equipment advances relative to key Savory categories.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe and clean work environment in their area of jurisdiction. Attend required safety training and is trained in the proper care and use of lab equipment.

• Requires a B.S. in Food Science or related field, MS in Food Science or related field preferred.
• A minimum of 4-8 years experience in a seasoning development role, preferred working with the largest food companies in the industry.
• Expert understanding of FDA and USDA labeling guidelines for seasonings.
• Experience with applications technologies in the Savory category.
• Product and process development experience
• Ability to develop commercially viable seasonings that meet customer requirements relative to profile, performance, ingredient restrictions and cost.
• Proficient in project management systems like SAP.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, project driven environment.
• Excellent planning and prioritization skills with the ability to multi-task and adapt and adhere to deadlines.
• Sound knowledge of spices, food ingredients, equipment, and processing are required. Culinary application for processed meats, snack seasonings, soups, bouillons, ready meals.
• Powder functionality knowledge, formulation guidelines.
• It is necessary to be able to represent oneself, work, and the company in a professional and technical manner to customers.
• Travel may be required.
• Must be proficient in Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Must be willing and able to taste and smell flavors, seasonings and chef creations.
• A relationship builder, excited by the opportunity to partner with team members cross-functionally

Pay Transparency Disclosure: The expected annual salary range for this position is USD 96000.00 - USD 115000.00. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and company performance.

Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include perfume, cosmetics, food and beverage manufacturers, the pharmaceutical industry and producers of dietary supplements and pet food.

With sales of around €4.9 billion in the 2025 financial year, the company is one of the world’s leading providers. The Group, headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, has more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Asia, the USA and Latin America.

Together with its customers, Symrise develops new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an indispensable part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked.