Biotechnologist (Fermentation) Project Leader

At GBfoods we offer culinary solutions in several countries of Europe and Africa with prestigious leading local brands, including Jumbo, Gallina Blanca, Erasco, Gino, Liebig, Star, Bama, D&L, Grand'Italia and Blå Band, among others.

Our Purpose “Celebrating local flavours” is to empower and take care of each of the local communities we belong to and to bring out their authentic flavours. Some of our local brands have been in consumers' kitchens for over a century and have positioned themselves as authentically loved brands, as well as deeply rooted parts of the local culture.

Today, with a turnover of around 1,4 billion euros and a team of around 3.600 people, we are the preferred choice of millions of consumers.

We are now loooking for a Biotechnologist (Fermentation) Project Leader to join our Global Technical Centre CoE team. The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Design, plan, and conduct innovative research in the field of microbiology, focusing on
  microorganisms and substrates with applicative potential on fermentation processes to
  obtain cost effective ingredients with taste enhancement capacity.
• Scouting and identification of external partners such as academia, technological centers
  or startups.
•  Identify food ingredients susceptible for delivering taste through fermentation
•  Foster the translation of basic and applicative research into the GBF products portfolio
  through structured projects
•  Coordinate and tracking different project advancements, milestones, timelines and
  tasks; collaborate closely with cross-functional teams.
•  Manage budget and deliver high quality results.
•  Collect, analyze and interpret physico-chemical data and sensory analyses focused on
  umami and other flavouring attributes
•  Upscaling from pilot scale and transfer to industrialization

What can you expect from us?

This is a great opportunity to join a big team in a multicultural and modern environment. We foster innovation and team work, and we care for health and sustainability, which is at the center of our strategy. At GBfoods we don’t just accept our differences but we fully support and celebrate them. You will be able to grow and develop your skills and career in a consolidated company in the industry and also enjoy all our benefits!

• Meals voucher
• Breakfasts
• Corporate Gym
• 2 teleworking days/week
• Flexible compensation
• LinkedIn Learning
• Free products of our brands
• English and cooking lessons 

And more!