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Lead Baker Technologist - Princeton, NJ

Place of Work: Onsite

We are hiring! Looking for a Lead Bakery Technologist to support dsm-firmenich project initiatives for Flavor applications and Ingredient solutions. In this role you will be responsible for leading customer and Product development baking initiatives for large regional clients. Requires hands on applications, good project management and presentation skill. If you have passion for the Art and science of baking, this position could be a “sweet” position for you!

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your Key Responsibilities:

+ Lead customer and PD baking initiatives for clients

+ Hands on Bakery product design and application

+ Prototype development (complete formulation development); comprehensive understanding of bakery science, dough rheology and product formulation

+ Knowledge of ingredients, functionality/interactions in bars, chemically and yeast leavened bakery formulations (Breads, cookies, muffins, tortilla, crackers, bars, low and intermediate moisture baked goods). Design of experiments (DOE), analytical techniques

+ Directly supports customers on specific bakery initiatives- Bench top to final scale-up. Adjusting/adapting formulations, providing insights on ingredient sourcing and nutritional recommendations

+ Complete Portfolio management of dsm-firmenich flavor & ingredient technologies. Comprehensive understanding of performance in applications and interactions with bakery matrices

+ Highly proficient/experienced (hands on) benchtop capability, navigate pilot plant and industrial product manufacture

+ In depth understanding of ingredient interactions (dough rheology, texture analysis, sensory descriptors etc…)

+ Collaborate effectively, leverage internal resources to meet objectives: Technical, business development, sensory, marketing, creation and analytical services

+ Document, report and present project results to internal support teams and external customers

+ Lead working sessions with customers

+ Proficient in the use of Nutritional labeling software

+ Stays informed on technology landscape (IP, market trends, new processing technologies, etc.)

+ Identifies new, emerging ingredients and works with internal and external network to source

+ Works with external collaborators such as academic institutions and business partners to accelerate product development process

We Bring:

+ Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards

+ Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments

+ Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative

+ Collaboration with internal resources and experts to drive project execution and progress

+ Customer-first approach, working with world-renowned companies and brands

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

+ Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions

+ Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute

You Bring:

+ B.S Food Science/Bakery Science/Culinary Arts/related science fields

+ 5+ years relevant experience in the baking/flavor/ingredient industry

+ Track record of hands-on bakery product development

+ Must have strong presentation and communication skills

+ Must be Collaborative, works well in team environment

+ Organized, strong project management skill

+ Open to travel (Up to 30%)

+ Fluent proficiency in English, both written and spoken, is required

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. This position is also eligible for bonuses and benefits, which are not included in the pay scale provided. Salary $97,000-$106,000.

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

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** .

The application process

Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English.

DEI and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

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.