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Senior Analyst, Formulations & Technical Support

Schenectady, NY/Ontario, CA

(hybrid)

The Formulation Specialist provides direct support to external and internal customers in the selection of dsm-firmenich products, related application needs, and Premix Formulation Development. Formulation Specialists are aligned with Sales to provide consistent support and develop deeper relationships with our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Provides technical support/expertise for developed premixes to customers and Account Managers. This includes advising on production selection, overages, application troubleshooting, and Premix Formulation Development.

+ Communicate completed premix formulations to sales department to allow for generation of costing on finished premixes.

+ Assist Marketing with Development of Concepts involving premixes to be presented to external customers and ensure the concepts are within dsm-ifrmenich’s capabilities.

+ Ensure all relevant information is documented accurately, completely and in a clear and concise manner in the formulation and CRM systems.

+ Work with internal and external auditors, when necessary.

+ Works with the Application Labs to troubleshoot customer premix problems and identify new applications.

+ Evaluate application specific performance studies of new ingredients.

+ Create/Develop/Prepare SOPs for current and new processes for the team.

+ Perform secondary and final reviews on new premixes prior to commercialization.

+ Support paper premix transfer to product commercialization via collaboration with Quality, Operations and Technical.

We Bring:

+ A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers.

+ The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose.

+ A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome.

+ A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things.

+ An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future.

+ Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet.

+ Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.

You Bring:

+ A.S. degree (Bachelor’s degree preferred) in a scientific discipline, preferably in food science, chemistry, pharmacy or chemical engineering, with a minimum of 8+ years of industry experience in a relevant field.

+ Knowledge of food & beverage and dietary supplement industry market segments including their manufacturing processes and requirements.

+ Knowledge of nutritional ingredients including vitamins, carotenoids, omega-3's (functions, commercially available forms and regulations)

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office programs.

+ Statistical/trend analysis tools and other computer skills.

+ Ability to perform calculations related to product development and complaints.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we **go beyond, together.**

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.