Scientist

Job Title: Scientist, Product Development

Location: Frisco, Texas

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Breakthrough Innovation Product Development team’s purpose is to lead the innovation and productivity agendas to grow KDP brands, transform beyond its core, and improve the profitability of our products. At KDP, our inspiration is to bring meaningful impact and that starts with our company vision -- Drink Well, Do Good!

The Scientist role within Research and Development will support the product Innovation agenda to develop consumer-centric liquid beverages across existing and new platforms in several categories and brands. The Scientist will work in a dynamic environment to support the development and commercialization of new concepts and prototypes. This role positions Keurig Dr Pepper to develop and commercialize new products to delight our consumers and customers.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Leads bench-top experiments, formula calculations, and develops prototypes for product tastings and sensory testing across a variety of KDP brands and product types, including alcohol containing beverages
• Interprets test results, writes technical reports, and effectively communicates information within the organization
• Verifies formula accuracy, completes formula documentation, and conducts pilot-plant trials
• Fully understands R&D functions and project management process to lead the commercialization of ideas to launch
• Partners cross functionally across R&D (Sensory, Ingredients, Nutrition, Regulatory, Flavor Technology, Chemistry, Process Engineering, and Technical Services)
• Influences and actively participates in Marketing and Consumer Research programs to gain consumer insights, and translate into key product concepts
• Manages multiples projects and represents R&D in project teams consisting of members across various departments of KDP (R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain, Sales)
• Delivers updates on projects within the business to key stakeholders and cross-functional peers
• Develop the ability to effectively communicate technical information to senior leadership
• Proactively identifies opportunities for improvement within function
• Maintains accurate and detailed record of laboratory work
• Work appropriately and safely in a laboratory environment
• Use formulation software to document lab work and formulas
• Demonstrate flexibility and resilience in adapting to changing business needs and priorities
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion
• A successful candidate will exhibit a passion for innovation

• B.S. in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or Chemical Engineering
• 4 years of experience in a related function within food/beverage (R&D, Quality), CPG, and/or commensurate advanced education.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent written and presentation skills
• Works independent, excels in team-based culture and collaborates
• Skilled in problem solving, with a growth mindset
• Ability to travel is required

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a modern beverage company with a bold vision built to deliver growth and opportunity.  We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it! 

Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us? 

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~28,000 employees to grow and develop.  We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.