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Research & Product Development Specialist
Scarlet Recruitment Monday, 16 March 2026 1
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Job Summary
Research and Product Development (R&D) Specialist with a background in Food Technology. (Limpopo area) • Drive new product development from idea generation to commercialisation. • Conduct research on fruit varieties, preservation methods, processing techniques, and shelf-life improvement. • Develop value-added fruit products (e.g., dried fruit, juices, purees, snacks). • Ensure compliance with food safety standards, HACCP, and regulatory requirements. • Collaborate with suppliers, production, and marketing to ensure product viability. • Analyse market trends and customer feedback to improve and innovate product lines. • Analyse packaging trends. Candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Food Technology, Food Science to apply for this position. • Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in R&D, preferably in the fruit or beverage sector. • Strong knowledge of food formulation, sensory evaluation, and processing technologies. • Familiarity with quality control, lab testing, and product stability protocols. • Passion for tropical fruits and sustainable product innovation. Admin duties will include: Assist the GM with procurement, logistics and ordering of raw materials and goods across existing and new product development lines. • Capture data relating to receiving, processing, packing, and purchase orders (POs) on the inventory system. • Support month-end stock counts and ensure accurate capturing on the inventory system.Error!
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