[Hiring] Food Technologist / Non-Dairy Creamer Consultant @Avomind

Role Description

• Conduct a comprehensive analysis of existing non-dairy creamer product formulations, focusing on cost structure, ingredient composition, and performance.
• Identify opportunities to optimize formulation and reduce production costs while maintaining or improving product quality.
• Provide insights into China-based manufacturing practices, including cost advantages, sourcing strategies, and formulation techniques.
• Recommend alternative ingredients, suppliers, or processes to improve cost competitiveness against Chinese producers.
• Work closely with internal teams (R&D, production, and business) to implement improvements and validate results.
• Deliver clear, actionable reports and recommendations to senior stakeholders, including business leadership.
• Support ongoing product development or reformulation initiatives as needed during the engagement period.
• Participate in periodic on-site visits to the Malaysia facility to collaborate with local teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in food R&D or product development, specifically in non-dairy creamer or related powdered beverage products.
• Proven experience working within manufacturing environments in China, with strong understanding of local cost structures and competitive practices.
• Deep technical knowledge of formulation, ingredients, and processing for non-dairy creamer products.
• Demonstrated track record of cost optimization or formulation improvement projects.
• Ability to work in a consultative, advisory capacity and translate technical insights into business impact.
• Comfortable working on a contract/freelance basis with flexible engagement structure (e.g., monthly advisory or project-based).
• Willingness to travel to Malaysia periodically (expenses covered).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently.
• English proficiency preferred but not a must.

Location & Travel

• Candidate can be based anywhere in China (to work remotely), with periodical travel to Malaysia (expenses covered).