What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research And Development Specialist position at HEYTEA?
Job Title: Beverage R&D Specialist
Job Responsibilities
As a Beverage R&D Specialist, you will support the development and innovation of beverage products. You will apply your expertise in food and beverage research to assist in creating high-quality, market-relevant drinks. Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting research and analysis on food ingredients with a focus on beverage formulation and functionality.
- Studying the U.S. beverage consumption market, including local flavor preferences and emerging trends.
- Performing competitive research to identify market trends, new product opportunities, and areas for differentiation.
- Supporting the end-to-end beverage development process, including ideation, formulation, testing, and optimization.
- Working closely with cross-functional teams such as marketing, operations, and production to ensure smooth product development and implementation.
- Assisting in product innovation initiatives to strengthen the company’s beverage portfolio and maintain competitiveness.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you should have the following qualifications:
- Educational or professional background in food science, food research, or beverage development.
- Strong understanding of food ingredients and their applications in beverage formulations.
- Familiarity with the U.S. beverage market and ability to conduct competitor and trend analysis.
- Hands-on experience in beverage formulation, testing, and product development.
- Proficiency in both English and Chinese to support communication with global teams.
- Willingness to travel between China and the United States as required.
- Strong organizational and project coordination skills, with the ability to support cross-functional projects
Salary : $60,000 - $90,000