Senior R&D Executive (Dairy/Beverage)

About the role

The Senior R&D Executive will join GroupG Asia Pacific’s Food Application team in Ho Chi Minh City. Reporting to the R&D Manager, you will support the development of dairy and beverage solutions, conduct lab trials, and prepare technical documentation for customer projects.

Key responsibilities

• Execute food application development, ingredient evaluation and sample preparation.
• Conduct laboratory trials and pilot‑scale tests to validate formulations.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications and regulatory documentation.
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Business Development, Suppliers, Supply Chain and Project Management to ensure seamless project execution.
• Stay updated on market trends, food regulations and emerging ingredients.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 1‑2+ years of experience in B2B food industry, R&D, or technical sales, preferably with food ingredients.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and solve technical problems.

Required skills

• Food Research
• Food Regulations
• Market Research

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on innovative dairy and beverage projects.
• Collaborative environment with cross‑functional teams.
• Competitive salary (negotiable) and professional development support.