Beverage & Applications Manager

We’re looking for a passionate and skilled Beverage Development & Applications Manager to join our dynamic team of flavor and formulation experts. In this role, you’ll blend science and creativity to craft innovative beverage solutions across categories including CSD, juice, alcohol, concentrates, and syrups. You’ll have the unique opportunity to lead and mentor a small team while remaining hands-on in the lab—driving development from concept to creation. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and have a strong background in food and beverage applications, we’d love to have you shape the next generation of beverage innovation with us.  This is a full-time, on-site role based in our Princeton, NJ office.

Your Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize food and beverage applications, ensuring alignment with client specifications and regulatory requirements. 
• Collaborate with business unit, R&D, marketing, and sales teams to finalize the existent/new application projects and support commercialization efforts. 
• Conduct application trials, recipe optimization and stability testing to evaluate flavor and specialty ingredient performance in different matrices (i.e. beverages, concentrates, syrups). 
• Provide technical support and training both internally (to cross-functional teams) and externally (to clients) – on food and beverage application and stability considerations.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, trade shows, and client meetings as a subject matter expert.
• Work with the Head of development and applications to execute strategy within the region. 
• Mentor, maintain, and train early career developers on project management and the Doehler systems and processes.

Salary Range - $160,000 – 180,000 

The compensation range provided reflects the expected base compensation only and does not include potential bonuses, incentive plans, or benefits.  An individual’s final compensation offer will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education level, relevant experience, training, and geographic location.  

Your Profile:  

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in food science, Chemistry, or a related field. 
• At least 5 years of experience in food or beverage applications with at least 3 years of professional experience in a management position  
• Strong team and project management skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. 
• Proficiency in analytical techniques related to taste and shelf stability assessment. 

We offer: 

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans to support you and your family
• Paid Parental Leave –Maternity and Paternity Leave so you can focus on what matters most 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match – Plan for your future with company-supported retirement savings
• Paid Time Off – Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with PTO and 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Engagement – Join our Engagement Team for fun events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to connect with colleagues across the company
• Döhler Academy: You have the opportunity to continuously develop your education further through internal and external training programs
• Supportive Culture – Friendly and informal atmosphere, family-owned, flat hierarchies, open communication, and helpful colleagues
• Meaningful Impact – Be an integral part of our business success and help shape the future of nutrition
• Empowerment – Unleash your full potential with opportunities to grow, lead, and make a real difference

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