New Product Developer (R&D)

AIB NVArr. OudenaardeEURESpublished 08/26/2026
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For a growing and innovative SME specialized in dietary supplements, sports nutrition, and diet products, we are looking for a creative and driven New Product Developer.

Within a strong internal R&D team, you will work on the development of unique, high-quality formulas for international clients. You translate market and customer needs into new products and guide the entire process from concept to production. You will join a hands-on environment where innovation, taste experience, and quality are central, and where your ideas have an effective impact on end products in the market.

Your tasks

  • Developing new products within sports nutrition, supplements, and diet food
  • Translating customer needs into innovative formulations
  • Managing your own R&D projects and client portfolio
  • Experimenting with ingredients, flavors, and textures
  • Collaborating with purchasing, quality, and production
  • Monitoring legislation and nutritional requirements
  • Drafting product specifications and sending samples
  • Processing feedback and optimizing formulations
  • Assisting with cost price calculations and price estimates
  • Contributing to a large number of parallel development projects
  • Master's degree (preferably bio-engineer or food-related)
  • Experience in product development within food or supplements is a strong asset
  • Strong interest in food, innovation, and trends
  • Hands-on, flexible, and comfortable with multitasking
  • Strong communication skills, also in an international context
  • Proactive with ownership over projects
  • Team-oriented and able to support junior profiles
  • Good knowledge of English (French is a plus)
  • Fitting into a no-nonsense and practical company culture

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