Are you ready to shape the future of food innovation at a global leader in sustainable oils and fats?
At SD Guthrie International, a worldwide player in plant-based oils and fats, we are looking for an experienced and driven Lead Scientist. Based at our Innovation Centre in Zwijndrecht, you will lead customer-driven PID projects focused on product development, food safety, and regulatory compliance—with real impact on global food systems.

• Initiate and lead innovation and product development projects, often driven by specific customer requests, processing or food safety issues.
• Oversee product scale-up trials in our pilot plant and ensure sample coordination and dispatch.
• Approve product specifications and ensure quality, food safety, and compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
• Translate key developments and upcoming risks into concrete innovation opportunities.
• Represent SD Guthrie International in (inter)national sector platforms, conferences and expert working groups related to food safety and the fats & oils industry.
• Manage a small team of Scientific Assistants and collaborate closely with global colleagues from the Product Innovation & Development (PID) department and R&D.Engage with internal and external stakeholders at various levels—from lab technicians, operators to industry leaders and policymakers.