Ben & Jerry's Product Developer
The Magnum Ice Cream Company•South Burlington, VT
•$71,400 - $107,200•Onsite
About The Position
This role is within Ben & Jerry’s Global Research, Design & Innovation (RD&I) team, which focuses on developing and improving Ben & Jerry’s super-premium ice cream portfolio. The position supports renovation, innovation, value improvement, quality improvement, and business continuity across various markets. The role specifically aids in the development of new flavors and product enhancements, while also contributing to business continuity, material efficiency, and cost-saving initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in the food industry, with hands-on experience in product development, product formulation, or technical project execution.
- Experience preparing and evaluating product samples, prototypes, or trial materials using structured feedback and documented results.
- Ability to maintain accurate technical documentation, including product specifications, ingredient information, and nutrition-related data.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and communicate clear updates to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to partner with brand, marketing, supply chain, and RD&I teams to understand consumer needs and translate them into product work.
- Comfort working with data, product specifications, and digital tools.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Culinary training is a plus.
- Experience with PLM, Innoplan, BLUE, or similar systems is a plus.
- Ice cream or frozen dessert product development experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop product concepts, flavors, designs, and formulations for new and existing products.
- Prepare, evaluate, and refine laboratory samples and product prototypes.
- Support ingredient and supplier assessment, onboarding, and approval processes.
- Maintain product specifications, nutrition information, and related technical documentation.
- Plan and support lab, pilot plant, and factory trials to enable successful product launches.
- Support business continuity, cost savings, material efficiency, and waste reduction work.
- Provide clear project updates to technical, marketing, and cross-functional partners.
- Work with cross-functional teams to execute projects from concept through launch.
- Manage five or more active projects across multiple regions while also supporting day-to-day RD&I work.
Benefits
- Market-competitive pay and performance related rewards
- Flexible ways of working
- Support for health, wellbeing and life outside of work
- Time off to rest and recharge
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Medical, dental and (where applicable) vision coverage
- Health and wellbeing support, including employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives
- Health-related savings and spending accounts
- Retirement savings programs with a competitive matching plan
- Additional employee perks (e.g., corporate discounts, commuter or learning support)
- Bonus eligible
- Health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage)
- Retirement savings benefits
- Life insurance and disability benefits
- Parental leave
- Sick leave
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Access to numerous voluntary benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
