Utrecht/Hybrid
Are you an experienced professional with a passion for team leadership, raw material specification management, data quality and stakeholder collaboration? Do you want to play a crucial role in ensuring micro-ingredient raw materials are fit for purpose for our SN projects? Then this Snr Team Lead Specifications role, being part of the Process & Technology team, is for you!

• You will co-build and drive the Global RM specification strategy & wows, inclusive Global /local China strategy & wows
• You will be responsible for a team of 12 highly motivated international professionals managed by 3 Team leaders;
• Together with your three Team Leaders, you will ensure security of supply, food safety, and quality of micro-ingredients for all SN projects & products as well as drive and co-build the Micro Ingredient strategies and Specifications way of working
• Alongside this you will also be responsible for the ensuring the Global spec team data quality and our RM Specs “One Source of truth”

Meet your future manager! You will report to Carel Ceton, Senior Director Process & Technology SN R&I. More info Carel Ceton | LinkedIn

Your Responsibilities

• Co-build P&T strategy as a key member of the P&T Management team.
• Co-build & lead Global RM specifications strategy and wows
• Co-build & drive Micro ingredient & China strategy & supplier relations to meet business needs and ensure supply security.
• As the only snr RM Spec team leaders based in Utrecht, play a key role in supporting optimal integration of the teams across different locations.
• Build, evolve & maintain strong stakeholder communication across procurement, QFS, Supplier Quality Management, IDDC, IRO, OPs and other relevant networks.
• Strong & frequent collaboration with key business partners in SN Inno/Reno/F4G projects, especially with IDDC & IRO to ensure raw material discussions are timely to ensure smooth and timely delivery of projects
• Drive & collaborate on Data Quality across SN to ensure RM Specifications “One Source  of Truth” is Right by Design and the only source of truth used across the business
• Drive efficient and agile ways of working both within and across teams.
• Lead team management activities, including resource planning and talent development.

About you

• At least a Bachelor/master’s degree in food science, technology, quality, or a related field.

• At least 7-10 years of experience in an R&I environment or a similar technical role (product & ingredient experience is a plus).
• Proven track record of successful team leadership & project management
• Excellent communication, interpersonal & presentation skills with the ability to drive key business partner collaborations and stakeholder management across different teams & levels
• Driven & resilient to face and overcome challenges in a dynamic and demanding environment
• Knowledge of quality control principles and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions
• Proactive mindset to bring improvements and solutions.

At Danone we are committed to our mission “bringing health, through food to as many people as possible”. We are working together to make sure that our brands, like Nutricia and Nutrilon, create real benefits for people, communities and the planet. You will be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps™ in the world. Being B Corp means to be part of a select movement of companies verified to be meeting the highest standards of social and environmental criteria and using business as a force for good. One Planet. One Health.

Our state-of-the-art research and innovation center builds bridges between food and science and is global in reach, founded on over 125 years of experience in life & food science, technology and user experience and is at the forefront of pioneering advances in specialized nutrition.

We offer:

All Danoners receive a complete package of benefits. This includes a competitive salary and yearly bonus, a premium free pension, 30 days of annual leave (with the opportunity to purchase more) and you will receive a monthly health care allowance. In addition, you can get discount on your gym membership, and we offer initiatives focused on nutrition, physical, and mental health. We provide continuous learning opportunities through workshops, online courses and training sessions.

We put people at the center of everything we do. Bring your unique perspective, ambitions and ideas to the table – the impact you could make might surprise you. We are committed to embrace diversity, nurturing an inclusive workplace where every individual is valued; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is deeply embedded in Danone's DNA.

What's next:

It’s simple – hit the “apply” button before the application deadline of 21.05.2025. In order to comply with GDPR we can’t process your personal data without your given consent, so please apply directly via this website. Good luck! We can’t wait to meet you.

Need more information? Please contact Joost Rijksen, Talent Manager via joost.rijksen@danone.com.

 All applications will be considered for a vacancy without discrimination based on ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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