Global Innovation Savory Flavorist

Givaudan•Cincinnati, OH

22h•$135,000 - $155,000•Onsite

About The Position

This global innovation flavorist role focuses on serving regions around the world where Givaudan operates. The position manages long-term development projects and leads selected Science & Technology (S&T) flavor development and technology projects, evaluating and optimizing new flavor and taste technologies with global potential. It develops deployable ingredients, platforms, and tools for Commercial Flavor Creation and Application (FC&A) flavorists and supports technology adoption across regions. The work offers opportunities to create fresh, from-scratch flavors and use innovation ingredients. The role reports to a Principal Flavorist. Givaudan has a strong preference for the position to be based in Cincinnati, Ohio, with the possibility of placement in Kemptthal, Switzerland. The established target salary range is $135,000–$155,000 USD, with an annual bonus; actual compensation depends on qualifications and location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or Biology.
At least 6 years of experience as a flavorist after completing a Flavorist Trainee Program or equivalent industry program.
Experience working on innovation or R&D-oriented projects, with exposure to multiple segments or regions.
Advanced tasting, flavor formulation, and sensory evaluation skills, with an understanding of global regulatory requirements.
Familiarity with and growing proficiency in digital tools for flavor optimization and data-driven decision-making.

Nice To Haves

Higher education.

Responsibilities

Lead the formulation, testing, and optimization of flavor and taste technologies, ensuring quality, robustness, and agreement on project goals.
Plan and organize evaluation of internal and external materials, assessing performance, stability, regulatory fit, and potential for flavor creation and industrialization.
Convert project outcomes into practical solutions that FC&A flavorists and application teams can use in customer projects.
Work with Senior and Principal Flavorists to understand technology priorities, customer needs, and application constraints, and align S&T project work with tactical goals.
Serve as the contact for complex ingredient- and technology-related questions within defined categories or projects, leading troubleshooting and optimization.
Integrate digital tools into flavor creation and ingredient discovery, ensure accurate data capture, and use analytics to guide formulation decisions and compare options.
Collaborate with partners on project execution, regulatory compliance, and technology transfer.
Participate in regional interactions to roll out technologies, gather feedback, and identify gaps.
Contribute to knowledge-sharing activities, including presentations, workshops, webinars, and training, and create or capture knowledge using digital tools.