Raw Material Specialist - Parental Leave Substitution (Alba, CN, IT)

About the Role:

We are looking for a Raw Material Specialist to join our Raw Materials & Specifications Department for a parental leave substitution (temporary contract).

In this role, you will become part of the Milk & Eggs Team, supporting the development, qualification and specification management of dairy and animal-derived raw materials. Working closely with R&D, Quality, Purchasing and other cross-functional stakeholders, you will contribute to product development projects, ensuring that raw materials meet quality, performance and consumer expectations while supporting Ferrero’s innovation and business priorities.

Main Responsibilities:

In this position, you will manage R&D projects related to dairy and animal-derived raw materials, supporting product development activities and ensuring the delivery of fit-for-purpose raw material specifications aligned with project requirements.

Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will analyze and interpret experimental data, contributing to the evaluation and selection of raw materials and supporting informed decision-making throughout development projects.

You will be responsible for developing, updating and maintaining raw material specifications, ensuring alignment with finished product requirements, consumer expectations and market needs. In addition, you will support the specification approval process and guarantee the accuracy of information stored in systems such as Devex and SAP.

A key aspect of the role will be providing technical expertise on raw materials and processing technologies, helping improve raw material quality, preventing manufacturing issues and supporting continuous product improvement initiatives.

Finally, you will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify suitable raw materials for the development and optimization of semi-finished and finished products, contributing to Ferrero’s innovation pipeline and business objectives.

About You:

You hold a master’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology or a related field; a PhD in these disciplines would be considered favorably.

You have gained previous experience within the food industry, in roles related to raw materials, with exposure to dairy ingredients and animal-derived proteins. You have a good understanding of raw materials and processing technologies and are comfortable working in a technical and product development environment.

You combine analytical skills with the ability to interpret experimental data and translate findings into practical recommendations, supported by the use of systems such as SAP and Devex.

You are collaborative and capable of working successfully with cross-functional teams in an international environment. You are fluent in English and proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to the development and management of strategic raw materials within a dynamic and international R&D environment, we would be happy to hear from you.

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About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding. Find out more here.