["Material & Recipe Management Specialist","Material & Recipe Management Specialist"]

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers.Position Summary:The Material Recipe Management Specialist leads formulation and recipe management activities for Nestlé Ready-to-Drink (RTD) products, ensuring recipes, specifications, and product data are compliant, manufacturable, and accurately maintained throughout the product lifecycle. This role supports successful product launches, regulatory compliance, product quality, and manufacturing efficiency by managing formulation data within SAP and driving the simplification and standardization of ingredients and recipes. The specialist partners closely with the Category Technical Applications Group (CTAG), Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, and Global Material &Recipe Management (MRM) teams to deliver scalable, compliant products that support business growth and operational excellence.Responsibilities:Lead factory-level Material & Recipe Management activities, ensuring compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirementsManage product compliance across the lifecycle, including formulation development, recipe validation, technical acceptance, and specification creationMonitor compliance KPIs, commercial product compliance, and global targets; drive corrective actions for identified gapsCreate, maintain, and continuously improve recipe, ingredient, raw material, and product specifications within SAP RMDevelop and maintain site recipes, processing parameters, stability loss profiles, and BOM alignmentReview product performance following trials and commercialization, implementing recipe and specification updates as neededSupport new product launches, scale-ups, and formulation transfers through effective recipe management and system implementationEnsure data integrity, approval workflow compliance, and adherence to change management processes across recipe management systemsServe as the factory subject matter expert for recipe, ingredient, and product compliance, providing guidance on regulatory, nutritional, safety, and quality requirementsTrain and support users on Material & Recipe Management tools, including Formul@1, SAP RM, CAT, and DevExPartner with the Category Technical Applications Group (CTAG), Quality, Regulatory, Operations, and Global Material & Recipe Management (MRM) teams to drive continuous improvement and business support initiativesRequirements:Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, Chemistry, or related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered3+ years of experience in a regulated industry (food, pharmaceuticals, supplements, infant formula, pet food, or related)Knowledge of FDA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP, Quality Management Systems (QMS), and applicable food safety and quality regulations (21 CFR)Understanding of ingredient functionality, formulation development, and food manufacturing processesExperience working across cross-functional teams; cross-market experience preferredExperience with SAP, formulation management systems, specification management systems, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Skills:Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret technical data and make sound decisionsEffective verbal and written communication skillsStrong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracyAbility to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environmentCollaborative mindset with proven ability to build partnerships across functionsInfluencing and consensus-building skills to drive alignment among stakeholdersStrong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to continuous improvementBusiness acumen with an understanding of operational and compliance impactsThe approximate pay range for this position is $75,000- $90,000 base. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.Nestle offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefits packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at:It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. 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