We are looking ahead and are determined to strengthen our international market position in food and care products for both pets and performance animals. A challenge we want to take up, full of passion and confidence, with several ranges in multiple countries.
Our colleagues, with their can-do, will-do and do mentality, are our absolute asset. They are flexible, passionate go-getters who want to fulfil the corporate targets and also their own ambitions.
Moreover, our administrative department, which also creates the context to present great results, helps think and provides the necessary support. They are indispensable links in our business, which focuses completely on growth.
Job Description:
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate individual to join our Research and Development team. In your role, you will focus on bird nutrition, playing a pivotal part in advancing our understanding of avian dietary needs to contribute to our further development of species-specific nutrition.
The ideal candidate will have a background in animal nutrition. As a nutritionist, you will play a pivotal role in project development by formulating and testing of new products and contributing to the advancement of our avian nutrition solutions.
You will be co-working on projects with other members of the R&D team
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and optimize species-specific products (NPD in bird nutrition).
Product development and project handling (from raw material & end product)
Follow-up feeding trials to assess the performance and efficacy of new nutrition formulations.
Analyze and interpret data, preparing detailed reports on research findings.
Qualifications:
Minimal a master degree in Animal Nutrition, Animal Science, Biology, Veterinary medicine or a related field.
Proven experience in new product development and project management.
Proven experience in (avian) nutrition research is a big advantage.
Ability to translate scientific knowledge into practical, marketable products.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Our offer:
We offer a varied job in a growing international family business close to home.
You will receive a competitive salary, supplemented with fringe benefits.
You will work in a family atmosphere with joint participation in sporting events such as the Versele-Laga 11 km of Deinze, the Versele-Laga Classic, the Warmathon,...