R&D Specialist

Cargill

4.1

Tokyo, Japan

4.1/5 in overall job satisfaction

4.5/5 in supportive management

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71% would recommend this company to other women

79% say the CEO supports gender diversity

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Cargill partners with Milk Stork; a service that provides no-fuss, refrigerated, express shipping or easy toting of breast milk

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Our 401(k) offers immediate eligibility & matching contributions of 100% on the first 3% you contribute, then 50% on the next 2%

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Collaborate with insights, research and commercial brand on short and long term testing programs for experimental and commercial products and hybrids.
Work with sales, business management and marketing partners to assist in identifying customer needs and translate these into new food product development opportunities.
Handle basic issues and problems under direct supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

・ Foundational understanding of product development, analytical testing, and marketing strategy

・ Experience working in a manufacturing environment

・ Basic knowledge of finance and general business principles

・ Experience in operations-related roles

・ Product management experience

・ Experience in food formulation and product commercialization

・ Knowledge of food ingredients and their functional properties

・ Research and development experience

・ Strong familiarity with food products and the ability to adapt flexibly to changes in critical business systems