EMEA Premix Formulation Expert - Pet Food(m/w/x)

**Location:** Haag (Austria) **Job model:** Hybrid **INTRODUCTION** The Pet Food Formulation team at dsm-firmenich is dedicated to creating innovative and nutritious pet food products that enhance the health and well-being of pets. By combining expert knowledge in nutrition and ingredient selection, we ensure that every product meets the highest standards of taste, texture, and sustainability. Join our team as a passionate and skilled EMEA Premix Formulation Expert, where you'll be responsible for creating and developing labels for pet food premixes across the region. In this role, you will collaborate closely with customers, customer service, account managers, and premix production to ensure timely fulfillment of customer requirements. If you have a love for pets and a talent for formulation, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pet nutrition and contribute to the health and happiness of pets everywhere! **DEI STATEMENT** At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated. **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES** •    Formulate premixes for pet food premix EMEA blend plant, including modification of existing formulations. •    Support the transfer of pet food premix formulations between blend plants. •    Translate customer requirements into the premix production process while ensuring regulatory compliance and integrity. •    Ensure regulatory compliance and support premix plant operations. •    Develop and approve ingredient specifications and new ingredients. •    Support compliance initiatives related to safety, health, and environmental regulations. •    Assist with account management, including premix training, samples production, competitive evaluations, and nutritional services. **WE BRING** •    A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers. •    A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset. •    A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally; The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose. •    A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome. •    Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity. •    A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things and an eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future. **COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS** Based on your experience, we offer a competitive base salary starting from €40’000 per year. **YOU BRING** •    Master of Science degree, preferably in Animal Nutrition with a specialisation in Pet Nutrition. •    Minimum of 3 years' experience in premix formulation or pet food formulation. •    Experience in the pet food industry including ingredient quality is required. •    Strong knowledge of formulation software (BESTMIX, SAP formulation tools, BRILL). •    Good knowledge of EU feed regulations and be able to apply them to premix use and labelling. •    Knowledge of ISO, HAACP and cGMP. •    Knowledge of feed ingredients and companion animal nutrition. •    Understanding of micronutrients and their application in pet nutrition and knowledge of complete feed requirements for pets. •    Experience of Microsoft Office programmes including Excel. •    Experience of SAP is strongly preferred. •    Must be able to interpret analytical test results. •    Working knowledge of Operations Management System and HSE requirements. •    Good knowledge of English and good communication skills. **EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES COMMITMENT** dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: (here,) there’s a place for everyone with us. dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Our people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know. **AGENCY STATEMENT** Pease note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.