SENIOR SPECIALIST, PRODUCT DEVELOPMENTX2 (PERMANENT AND FIXED-TERM)

We are looking for two motivated product development professionals to support our journey in creating new taste sensations.

As a Senior Specialist, Sensory Evaluation and Product Development, you will:

• create and deliver ideas and novelties according to consumer needs
• be responsible for novelty product development for confectionery products
• work closely in strategic portfolio planning with marketing and other functions
• support product lifecycle management and development for existing products
• plan consumer tests and interpret the results
• collaborate with various sensory panels
• organize internal sensory training sessions

This role is a permanent position and located onsite in Vantaa. Willingness to travel, both in Finland and abroad is required.

As a Senior Specialist, Raw Materials and Product Development, you will:

• Evaluate and test raw materials to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications
• Collaborate with suppliers to source and verify new raw materials
• Manage projects focused on raw material applications and improvements
• Analyze current recipes and suggest enhancements for better performance and quality
• Support the optimization of production processes related to raw materials
• Coordinate with various departments to ensure seamless integration of new materials

This role is a fixed-term position between 1.5.2025-30.6.2026 and located onsite in Vantaa. The role involves joining production trials at various times.
Both roles are part of the Fazer Confectionery product development resource pool, where we plan the distribution of work flexibly across different positions. This allows for the utilization of diverse expertise and flexible teamwork.

Please refer the Job description for details