project engineer malting & brewing materials

1. Project Management & Strategy

• Lead Raw Materials projects and initiatives, ensuring delivery within agreed timelines and budget to meet current and future business demands.

• Work closely with Senior Experts and Operations Managers across all zones of the company,  providing knowledge and integration support to Global Innovation and Supply teams.

• Define and develop implementation plans with internal clients, including setting KPIs, project structure, steps, responsibilities (Global/Zone level), and establishing multi-functional teams.

• Maintain day-to-day progression of global projects, collaborating closely with the Research Pilot Brewery (RPB) team.

• Proactively identify gaps and define solutions related to liquid variable cost reduction.

2. Experimental Trials & Analysis

• Perform project trials related to Malting, Brewing, and Co-Products at the Research Pilot Brewery 

• Create detailed experimental plans, validated by internal clients, to achieve agreed objectives and timelines.

• Conduct lab analysis and gather/analyze data to support improvement projects, aligning with GITEC’s strategy.

• Ensure the adequate implementation and post-launch appraisal of new liquids resulting from projects.

3. Technical Expertise & Knowledge Sharing

• Leverage deep expertise in Malting and Brewing Materials and side-streams (Hops, Cereals, Barley, Co-Products, etc.).

• Continuously build technical expertise in malting and brewing.

• Disseminate acquired knowledge throughout the organization, providing technological support and identifying technical solutions that meet business demands.

• Exchange, prioritize, perform, and deliver new ideas aligned with objectives for innovation, product, and quality improvement.

4. Communication & Team Development

• Communicate relevant project information and progress (including monthly status reports to senior management) to team members, project stakeholders, and other key individuals.

• Support, develop, and mentor staff, both individually and as members of cross-functional teams.

• Maintain and leverage an established network within the organization, as well as with suppliers and related industry communities.

• University technical degree or equivalent (Brewing Science, Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or related field).
• Additional technical brewing or malting education and business-oriented qualifications are an asset.
• Experience in the brewing and/or beverage industry is desirable.
• Demonstrated leadership and the ability to impact and influence to move things forward while balancing differing ideas and agendas.
• Strong team player and target-oriented, with respect for quality and timing.
• Understanding of Intellectual Property matters is desirable.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with proven ability to translate technical topics into commercial concepts and vice versa. Demonstrated ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at various levels.
• Able to bridge cultural diversity.
• Committed to continuous learning and improvement.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; additional languages are an asset.
• Demonstrated multi-dimensional, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Deep knowledge of the MS Office environment, with strong data analysis and visualization skills in Excel. Knowledge of statistical software tools is an asset.

We offer you an attractive salary package and a contract with Randstad Professional

Your benefits as a consultant:

• Gross salary dependent on your personal situation

• Additional net allowance of €80 per month, on top of your net salary

• The possibility to opt for a company car (under conditions) with a fuel card (also for private use) or a mileage allowance

• Meal vouchers 

• Ecocheques of €250 per year

• Holiday pay and a 13th month

• 12 extra days off per year

• Hospitalization insurance with DKV

• Pension savings

• In addition, we also offer numerous training courses, fun activities, opportunities for growth, etc., to guide you throughout your career.