About Kerry
Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly general environment.
About the role At
Kerry
, we are looking for a
RD&A; Scientist
to join our
Category Technologies
team in San Juan del Río. This role will be part of a global project, working closely with internal RD&A; teams to validate alternative materials and support ongoing product optimization initiatives. This is a
hands-on, mid-level position
with strong exposure to laboratory work and technical analysis, ideal for someone who enjoys execution, problem-solving, and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key responsibilities Execute




technical validations of alternative raw materials
for existing formulations (one-to-one substitutions). Perform
laboratory applications
, including weighing, trials, sensory evaluations, pilot and selected industrial tests. Analyze and document technical data, specifications, and comparisons provided by global RD teams. Manage technical information and results in matrices and reports to support internal decision-making. Provide
internal technical support
to RD&A; and cross-functional partners. Contribute to
cost optimization initiatives
by proposing technical alternatives and material savings. Work in a
hybrid role
combining lab execution and technical/documental analysis. This role is
100% internal
and does
not involve direct customer interaction
.
Qualifications and skills Bachelor's degree in
Food Science, Chemistry, Food Engineering, or related field
. Mid-level (Pleno) experience
in RD&A;, applications lab, or

📌 RD&A Scientist (Santiago de Querétaro)
🏢 Kerry
📍 Santiago de Querétaro