The Product Development team’s purpose is to lead the innovation and productivity agendas to grow KDP brands, transform beyond its core, and improve the profitability of our products. At KDP, our inspiration is to bring meaningful impact and that starts with our company vision - Drink Well, Do Good!

The Scientist role within Research and Development will support the product Innovation agenda to develop consumer-centric coffee beverages across existing and new platforms in several categories and brands. The Scientist will work in a dynamic environment to support the development and commercialization of new concepts and prototypes. This role positions Keurig Dr Pepper to develop and commercialize new products to delight our consumers and customers.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Leads bench-top experiments, formula calculations, and develops prototypes for product tastings and sensory testing across a variety of KDP brands and products
• Interprets test results, writes technical reports, and effectively communicates information within the organization
• Verifies formula accuracy, completes formula documentation, and leads organization of pilot trials and scale up
• Fully understands R&D functions and project management process to lead the commercialization of ideas to launch
• Partners with various functions of R&D (Sensory, Ingredients, Nutrition, Regulatory, Flavor Technology, Chemistry, Process Engineering, and Technical Services)
• Influences and actively participates in Marketing and Consumer Research programs to gain consumer insights, and translate into key product concepts
• Manages multiples projects and represents R&D in cross-functional teams consisting of members across various departments of KDP (R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain, Sales)
• Delivers updates on projects within the business to key stakeholders and cross-functional peers
• Develop the ability to effectively communicate technical information to senior leadership
• Proactively identifies opportunities for improvement within function
• Maintains accurate and detailed record of laboratory work
• Work appropriately and safely in a laboratory environment
• Use formulation software to document lab work and formulas
• Demonstrate flexibility and resilience in adapting to changing business needs and priorities
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion
• A successful candidate will exhibit a passion for innovation

• B.S. in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or Chemical Engineering. Advanced degree is a plus.
• 4 years of experience in a related function within food/beverage (R&D, Quality), CPG, and/or commensurate advanced education
• Experience with Coffee and Powder Beverages a plus.
• Ability to travel as required (Up to 25%).

• Highly collaborative, self-motivated, takes initiative; positively influence others.
• Strong technical and executional skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Change readiness, resiliency and flexibility to thrive in a constantly changing and fast-moving organization