Executive, Ingredients & Chemistry

WHO ARE WE?

Suntory is a global leader in consumer-packaged goods, renowned for producing and distributing a uniquely diverse portfolio of beverages, premium spirits, beer, wine, and wellness products throughout the world. With a history dating back to 1899, we are driven by a profound purpose: To inspire the brilliance of life, by creating rich experiences for people, in harmony with nature. At Suntory Beverage and Food, we boldly move forward together to realize the dreams of becoming a world-leading next-generation global beverage company, always together with Seikatsusha – you are an important part of this and here’s how your role helps us win.

We are seeking a meticulous and dynamic Executive, Ingredients & Chemistry to join our Research & Development (R&D) team at Suntory Beverage & Food APAC. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in supporting laboratory maintenance, inventory update & lab safety duties to maintain research productivity. You will also be providing laboratory support to R&D and other markets to fulfil chemical analysis requests, and participate in product ideation activites to support New Product Development (NPD).

RESPONSIBILITIES

Research Laboratory Management

• Ensure laboratory is safe for working through routine inspection, submission of required licenses and permits
• Schedule regular maintenance of instruments to prevent failure or instrument downtime
• Assist with SOP updates for analytical instruments.
• Update inventory records on a timely basis to ensure good housekeeping for safety compliance.

Chemical Analysis Support for R&D and Other Markets

• Support routine chemical analysis for characterization of ingredient and product to support business needs such as market interest, risk management, product development and ingredient/product knowledge
• Perform routine fractionation of existing and new ingredients using optimized separation methods to support bioassay work by in-house facility and external collaborator engagement.
• Support procurement of research consumables and sample preparation for external laboratory analysis
• Support sample and reagent preparation for fulfilling internal and external laboratory demands
• Assist in SOP drafting for implemented chemical analysis methods

In-House NPD Exploration

• Support NPD ideation and innovation through participation in internal idea creation and other related activities
• Assist ad hoc activities like NPD prototyping, ingredient evaluation, chemical stability testing to facilitate NPD

SKILL & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Food Science, or relevant fields, with 1-2 years of work experience.
• At least 1-2 years of experience working in a laboratory environment
• Basic practical experience with analytical chemistry techniques like LCMS and HPLC
• Knowledge of safety protocols and best practices in a laboratory environment.
• Knowledge in sample preparation and quantitative chemical analysis
• Good analytical and documentation skills
• Proficient in laboratory management
• Experience in analysing food or nutritional products is highly advantageous