Welcome to the Home of Food at Nestlé! With 220 experts at the Nestlé Product Technology Centre Food (NPTC Food), we are responsible for the innovation and renovation of culinary products. Every day we embody the entrepreneurial mindset and transform science into technologies. The aim: Deliver tasty and balanced meals with the highest freshness perception and convenience. Within Nestlé’s worldwide research and development network we are centrally seated in Singen, Germany. So are you ready to join our international team?

Most important facts at a glance:                     

Location: Singen, Germany

Department: Research and Development

Working: fulltime / part-time

Contract: unlimited

Start: Immediate

Travelling: max. 20 %

A day in the life of a Scientific Group Leader (m/f/d)

• Innovation Driver: You are responsible for driving innovation in Food by developing differentiated product ideas and technical solutions that provide a competitive advantage in flavor, appearance, texture, and physical performance.
• Strategic Collaborator: You align closely with R&D Category Leads on the strategic why, what, and when of innovation initiatives, ensuring clear priorities and effective implementation.
• Market Implementer: You lead the implementation of innovation ideas into the marketplace, focusing on feasibility, speed, and value creation.
• Process Optimizer: You drive optimized ways of working by adopting digital tools and continuously improving processes to enhance efficiency.
• Collaboration Builder: You foster strong external collaboration with suppliers, academia, and partners to accelerate innovation while evaluating benefits and trade-offs against internal research.

What will make you successful

• Academical Background: You hold a MSc and/or PhD in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or similar areas .
• Extensive Experience: You have several years of experience in both R&D and Operations, equipping you with a well-rounded perspective.
• Leadership Skills: You have the capability to lead and develop a group of people, fostering their growth and enhancing team performance.
• Operational Insight: You possess a solid understanding of the operational setup of FMCGs, enabling you to manage resources and budget requirements effectively.
• Training Commitment: You have followed a training plan, demonstrating your dedication to continuous improvement.
• Resource Manager: You are adept at managing resources and budget requirements, ensuring that priorities and objectives are met efficiently.

What you need to know

• In good hands: To help you settle in quickly and learn everything you need to know right from the start, we'll create an individual onboarding plan for you.
• Company pension: Our Nestlé Pension Fund has been advising our employees for many years.
• Development: We offer you many opportunities to develop yourself further. For example with leadership training, team coaching or international missions. 
• 30 days of vacation: Breaks and time off are important. That's why all Nestlé employees have more vacation days than required by law. 
• Stay fit: Look forward to a varied range of sports and fitness offerings. 

Ready for the next steps?

Please apply online - don't forget to indicate the earliest possible starting date and attach all relevant documents. Your contact person for this position is Laura Rabe von Pappenheim.

Become part of something big 

Nestlé offers endless possibilities for you. We are a leader in nutrition, health and wellness with our brands that are loved around the world. A real opportunity to positively impact the lives of millions. From breakfast to dinner, from medical nutrition to healthy snacks for four-legged friends, from sustainable farming to eco-friendly packaging. So much is already here, now make it even better. In a team of diverse characters learning with and from each other - be a force for good.