(Senior) Food Developer (m/f/d)

Food Developer (m/f/d)

As a Food Developer, you will play a key role in shaping and expanding KoRo's diverse product portfolio – from initial concept to market launch. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, you'll drive innovation and make a tangible impact.

Aufgaben

• Identify trends, market opportunities, and gaps in the existing assortment to propose new product concepts.
• Develop and implement product ideas in line with KoRo’s overall product strategy and brand vision.
• Manage the end-to-end product development process: briefing, sampling, internal coordination, testing, launch, and continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers; support sourcing and lead product-related negotiations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality Management, Legal, Operations, and Marketing to ensure smooth project execution.
• Keep up with innovations in the food industry, including new technologies, ingredients, and consumer trends.

Profil

• At least 5 years of experience in product development within the food industry.
• University degree in food technology, nutrition science, product management, or a comparable field.
• Living in Berlin or surrounding area, or willing to relocate.
• Fluent in German and confident in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong grasp of quality standards, sensory evaluation, and end-to-end product lifecycle processes.
• Refined understanding of taste, texture, and ingredient functionality; confidence evaluating and iterating on product samples.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands‑on mentality – initiative, independence, ownership, and speed.
• Strong communication skills – technical communication with suppliers and effective collaboration with cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Passion for food innovation, consumer trends, and creating products that truly resonate with customers.

Wir bieten

• Diverse team ready to be enriched and inspired by your ideas – help build the future of food retailing in our fast‑growing start‑up.
• Extensive onboarding to prepare you for various challenging tasks.
• Flexible working hours and home office options to ensure a good work‑life balance.
• Modern office in Berlin Schöneberg, easy to reach by public transport – we cover the cost of your monthly BVG ticket.
• Gym access via Urban Sports Club or FitX.
• Modern MacBook for optimal performance.
• Well‑equipped office kitchen with fresh fruit, KoRo snacks, coffee, and tea.
• 20 % discount in the KoRo online store.
• Regular team events, joint activities, and legendary company parties.

Important note

Please be advised that a valid work permit for Germany is required for non‑EU citizens. Applications without a valid work permit and sufficient German language skills may not be considered.