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What this role is
Lead product development for Hershey's salty snack brands, from concept through commercialization. This role suits experienced food scientists who can drive innovation across baked and filled pretzel platforms while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
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What they ask for
Required
- 5+ years in food science, product development, or related technical disciplines
- BS, MS, or PhD in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering, or related field
- Experience with baked snack formulation and processing
- Proven track record of commercializing new products
- Ability to lead multiple projects with limited supervision
- Cross-functional collaboration experience including suppliers and external partners
- Experience mentoring junior scientists
Nice to have
- Advanced experience with baked snacks formulation
- Supplier and industry expert relationships