Business Process & Specifications Expert (R&D)

Purpose of the position:

This is a key role within the Research & Development department, focused on developing and implementing a state‑of‑the‑art specification structure across the Intersnack Group. You will support the harmonisation agenda by establishing standard working procedures (SWPs) to drive best practices, efficiency, and consistency across the value chain — from raw materials to finished products.

Responsibilities

As a Business Process & Specifications Expert , you will:

• Analyse the portfolio of materials, intermediates, and formulations, and provide structured overviews to support the harmonisation agenda

• Ensure, together with IT, that specifications and ERP/PLM systems are fit for purpose

• Develop and manage approval workflows and support teams (Product Development, Quality, Procurement) in adopting new ways of working

• Support the rollout of a company-wide PLM solution, including User Acceptance Testing, Cutover, Go-Live, and Post-Go-Live activities

• Assist in training users across Product Development, Quality, and Procurement

• Ensure accurate and complete data migration from legacy systems into the new PLM solution

• Drive continuous improvement of the PLM solution and related processes (SWPs)

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field

• Solid experience in FMCG (ideally food industry) and R&D processes

• Experience working with specification systems and workflow-based databases (e.g., PLM systems such as Infor Optiva is a plus)

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to simplify complex topics

• Understanding of processes within the food production environment

• Results-driven mindset and ability to work with diverse stakeholders

• Strong communication skills and ability to operate in an international environment

• Fluency in English

Travel approximately 20%

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a global leader in the savoury snacks industry

• Work in an international environment with diverse teams and exciting challenges

• Opportunity to shape processes that impact millions of consumers worldwide

About us

Intersnack has become one of Europe’s leading savory snacks producers by ‘creating happy snacking moments’ in people’s lives. Being privately owned, we operate with a long-term view and commit ourselves to a more sustainable world. Successfully and sustainably growing, our turnover in 2024 was more than €4.5 bn. We are now present in more than 30 countries across Europe and beyond. We have 12 regional Management Units, 45 production sites, and a total workforce of approximately 15,000 people worldwide.

What we will offer

An enjoyable, broad and fulfilling role with one of Europe’s biggest savory snacks producers. The chance to grow in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, as well recognized to your individuality, welcoming your views, and celebrating your growth. Naturally we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, but also the opportunity to stand out for your professionalism and performance, moving forward in a challenging environment that supports each individual team member to achieve their very best. And a place to securely develop your career as part of a business that cares about the wellbeing of all its people and understands that work-life balance is fundamental to success. At Intersnack, we value and cherish diversity for the power and potential it creates. We have extraordinary team spirit, empower our people to take ownership for what they do and challenge each other to improve. Because we know that, to become a big player, you need to master being a team player first.