Act as a technical reference across multiple plants to drive standardization, consistency and performance of bakery products through regular on-site engagement. Key responsabilitiesAnalyze and compare formulations across plants to identify variability and improvement opportunities.Define and implement standard recipes and process parameters.Provide technical support to plants, solving product and process issues (e.g., structure, variability, yield loss)Lead technical improvement projects, including define scope and steps / Organizing trials and testing plans / Managing validation and approvals / Ensuring implementation / Execute and support industrial trials, ensuring proper scale-up / Optimize recipes and processes to improve yield, cost, and product consistency.Train plant teams in: Dough behavior and fermentation / Ingredient functionality (yeast, enzymes, improvers) / Process controlCollaborate with Operations, Quality, and Procurement to ensure alignment.Interface indirectly with Global R&D to support standardization and knowledge transfer.Create technical materials for training
Education & KnowlodgeRequiredBachelor ́s degree in Food Science, Food Engineer, Chemistry, or related fieldStrong knowledge of bakery formulation, dough systems and fermentation as well as industrial baking process.English (fluent is mandatory)Advanced ExcelRequires frequent travel (up to 50%) across multiple countries in the regionDesirable:SpanishExperience in tortillas process, recipes and lines.Office Package (Word, PowerPoint, Copilot)
ExperienceMinimum 5 years of experience in processStrong numerical skills and ability to work with calculations.Strong logical reasoning and analytical thinkingAbility to manage technical projects end-to-end.Structured problem-solving approachAbility to translate technical concepts into operational actions.Strong teamwork and collaboration skillsAbility to influence without direct authority.Effective communication between various functions and cultures, along with strong influencing abilities in a non-hierarchical setting, are essential.The capacity to convert concepts into clear operational actions is also important.