Manager, R&d Microbiology & Food Safety

Coca-Cola HBC AG

Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico
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Applied microbiology
Microbiological risk assessment
Microbiological testing strategies
** Coca-Cola HBC AG is seeking a Manager in R&D specializing in Microbiology and Food Safety for their Ciudad de Mexico location. This role focuses on leading microbiological risk assessments and ensuring compliance with food safety standards while fostering cross-functional collaboration. **

Job Summary

  • Act as the LATAM R&D SME in Food Safety & Applied Microbiology, defining and implementing microbiological strategies to support innovation pipelines.
  • Lead Microbiological Risk Assessments (MRA) for ingredients, processes, and finished products, guiding decision-making and setting specifications.
  • Partner closely with Product Developers, Process/Equipment Engineers, Quality, Regulatory, and Supply Chain teams to build microbiology capability and strengthen food safety culture.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Coca-Cola HBC AG is seeking a Manager in R&D specializing in Microbiology and Food Safety for their Ciudad de Mexico location. This role focuses on leading microbiological risk assessments and ensuring compliance with food safety standards while fostering cross-functional collaboration. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Applied Microbiology
  • Microbiological Risk Assessment
  • Microbiological Testing Strategies
  • Thermal Process Validation
  • Food Safety Culture
  • LATAM Network Management

Nice-to-have

  • Growth Mindset
  • Inclusive Culture
  • Agile Approach
  • Continuous Learning

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, Food Science, Biochemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in the food or beverage industry
  • Strong experience in microbiology applied to beverages or similar categories
  • Fluent English (written and spoken)
  • Spanish required

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