Beverage system and ingredient functionality expertise
Process technology evaluation and selection
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Coca-Cola HBC AG is seeking a Director of Beverage Application & Process Research to lead innovations in beverage processing and applications. This role involves collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders to develop scalable technologies and enhance beverage performance, along with an emphasis on strategic leadership and team development.
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Job Summary
This role leads process research and beverage applications across ingredient teams to ensure robust performance from early research through commercial readiness.
The position requires partnering with Global Development and Innovation to develop or adopt technologies for scale-up within the Coca-Cola System.
Candidates will shape the future beverage application research agenda while influencing industry standards and securing organizational buy-in for strategic initiatives.
Matching Summary
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Coca-Cola HBC AG is seeking a Director of Beverage Application & Process Research to lead innovations in beverage processing and applications. This role involves collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders to develop scalable technologies and enhance beverage performance, along with an emphasis on strategic leadership and team development.
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Salary
Base: $149,000 - $173,000; Annual Incentive: 30% reference value; Benefits: Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits offered
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
10+ years beverage processing experience
Beverage system and ingredient functionality expertise
Process technology evaluation and selection
Strategic leadership in R&D environments
Commercial scale-up of innovations
Nice-to-have
AI/ML and molecular discovery knowledge
Global stakeholder influence capability
Agile and iterative problem-solving mindset
Digital fluency in research tools
Strong communication with senior leaders
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Food Science
PhD, MS, or equivalent advanced degree preferred
10+ years experience in beverage processing and scaleup
Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks globally
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship
Work Rights
Must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis