Senior Scientist

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At Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), our mission is simple yet powerful:
Drink Well. Do Good. Our Research & Development (R&D) team fuels innovation and drives productivity to grow our brands, reshape our portfolio, and enhance product profitability.

The Senior Scientist role within Research and Development will support the product Innovation agenda to develop consumer‑centric coffee 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.

• Leads bench‑top experiments, formula and cost calculations, and develops prototypes for product tastings and sensory testing across a variety of KDP brands and products
• Interprets test results, writes technical reports, and effectively communicates information within the organization
• Verifies formula accuracy, completes formula documentation, and leads organization of pilot trials and scale up
• Fully understands R&D functions and project management process to lead the commercialization of ideas to launch
• Partners with various functions of R&D (Sensory, Regulatory, 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 cross‑functional 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, is results driven and takes ownership of work

• Salary Range: $76,
• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors
• Benefits, subject to election and eligibility:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility

• B.S. in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or Chemical Engineering. Advanced degree preferred.
• 5 years of experience in a related function within food/beverage (R&D, Quality), CPG, and/or commensurate advanced education
• Experience with Coffee and Powder Beverages a plus.
• Ability to travel as required (Up to 25%).
• Highly collaborative, self‑motivated, takes initiative; positively influence others.
• Strong technical and executional skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Change readiness, resiliency and flexibility to thrive in a constantly changing and fast‑moving organization.

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. 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!

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