Lausanne, CH
Lausanne, CH
Position Snapshot
Location: Vers-chez-les-Blancs, Lausanne, Switzerland
Company: SPN S.A., Nestlé Research
Act. Rate: Full-Time, 100%
Type of contract: Permanent contract
Experience in developing and executing strategies
Nestlé Research is based in Lausanne, Switzerland, employs approximately 800 people and is comprised of four Nestlé Institutes: Material Sciences, Health Sciences, Food Safety & Analytical Sciences and Packaging Sciences. Please have a tour of our facilities using this link or read more about Nestlé Research at our website.
As Department Manager Chemistry, you will be supporting the mission of the Nestlé Institute of Material Sciences, providing strategic direction and leadership for Science & Technology (S&T) areas in Food Chemistry (Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Micronutrients and Bioactives). In close collaboration with the other departments of the institute and also the rest of Nestlé Research you will enable scientific discoveries that enhance the nutritional impact and consumer appreciation of Nestlé's products and contribute to growth and profitability of our businesses. This includes the direction of research as well as the development and management of relevant competences and resources.
A day in the life of a Department Manager Food Chemistry
• Contribute to the definition and execution of the Institute of Material Sciences’ strategy and priorities. Provide guidance and priorities for research across Nestlé’s business-categories that is relevant to and fueling the category-specific S&T opportunities.
• Drive impactful scientific discoveries that are pursued in product development projects and ultimately enable the launch of new, consumer-appreciated products.
• Provide strategic direction in frame of the purpose/mission of the institute and be accountable for delivery. The research areas will be coordinated by the jobholder him/herself or through coaching of scientists.
• Build and develop key competencies and resources. Attract, retain and develop key people for the department and the R&D community. Ensure sustainability and availability of resources by developing robust succession plans throughout the R&D community. Align relevant competencies with the S&T community in our Nestlé Product Technology Centers.
• Create strategic alliances and collaborations. Maintain effective external networks. Secure access to top talents and expertise. Be an acknowledged credible voice.
• Demonstrated capability to lead and develop a group of people (create a positive environment for long term development, motivate, inspire and develop talent, communicate the vision and mission to gain the commitment to achieve the objectives)
• Experience in developing and executing strategies
• Demonstrated scientific leadership skills
• Academic / scientific background or expert knowledge in the area of Food Chemistry
• Ability to manage resources and budgets
• Excellent internal and external network
• Solid understanding of business and operational setups
The Nestlé Group is the world’s largest food and beverage company with 92.6 billion Swiss Francs in sales in 2019. It is present in 187 countries around the world, has 403 factories and its 291’000 employees are committed to Nestlé’s purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Nestlé offers a wide portfolio of products and services for people and their pets throughout their lives. Its more than 2000 brands range from global icons like Nescafé or Nespresso to local favourites. Company performance is driven by its Nutrition, Health and Wellness strategy. Nestlé is based in the Swiss town of Vevey where it was founded more than 150 years ago. Learn more about our Group and reasons to join us on www.nestle.com.
Position Snapshot
Location: Vers-chez-les-Blancs, Lausanne, Switzerland
Company: SPN S.A., Nestlé Research
Act. Rate: Full-Time, 100%
Type of contract: Permanent contract
Experience in developing and executing strategies
Nestlé Research is based in Lausanne, Switzerland, employs approximately 800 people and is comprised of four Nestlé Institutes: Material Sciences, Health Sciences, Food Safety & Analytical Sciences and Packaging Sciences. Please have a tour of our facilities using this link or read more about Nestlé Research at our website.
As Department Manager Chemistry, you will be supporting the mission of the Nestlé Institute of Material Sciences, providing strategic direction and leadership for Science & Technology (S&T) areas in Food Chemistry (Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Micronutrients and Bioactives). In close collaboration with the other departments of the institute and also the rest of Nestlé Research you will enable scientific discoveries that enhance the nutritional impact and consumer appreciation of Nestlé's products and contribute to growth and profitability of our businesses. This includes the direction of research as well as the development and management of relevant competences and resources.
A day in the life of a Department Manager Food Chemistry
• Contribute to the definition and execution of the Institute of Material Sciences’ strategy and priorities. Provide guidance and priorities for research across Nestlé’s business-categories that is relevant to and fueling the category-specific S&T opportunities.
• Drive impactful scientific discoveries that are pursued in product development projects and ultimately enable the launch of new, consumer-appreciated products.
• Provide strategic direction in frame of the purpose/mission of the institute and be accountable for delivery. The research areas will be coordinated by the jobholder him/herself or through coaching of scientists.
• Build and develop key competencies and resources. Attract, retain and develop key people for the department and the R&D community. Ensure sustainability and availability of resources by developing robust succession plans throughout the R&D community. Align relevant competencies with the S&T community in our Nestlé Product Technology Centers.
• Create strategic alliances and collaborations. Maintain effective external networks. Secure access to top talents and expertise. Be an acknowledged credible voice.
• Demonstrated capability to lead and develop a group of people (create a positive environment for long term development, motivate, inspire and develop talent, communicate the vision and mission to gain the commitment to achieve the objectives)
• Experience in developing and executing strategies
• Demonstrated scientific leadership skills
• Academic / scientific background or expert knowledge in the area of Food Chemistry
• Ability to manage resources and budgets
• Excellent internal and external network
• Solid understanding of business and operational setups
The Nestlé Group is the world’s largest food and beverage company with 92.6 billion Swiss Francs in sales in 2019. It is present in 187 countries around the world, has 403 factories and its 291’000 employees are committed to Nestlé’s purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Nestlé offers a wide portfolio of products and services for people and their pets throughout their lives. Its more than 2000 brands range from global icons like Nescafé or Nespresso to local favourites. Company performance is driven by its Nutrition, Health and Wellness strategy. Nestlé is based in the Swiss town of Vevey where it was founded more than 150 years ago. Learn more about our Group and reasons to join us on www.nestle.com.