functieomschrijving


  • 13 januari 2026
  • vacaturenummer: 9198851
  • 13 januari 2026
  • vacaturenummer: 9198851

Do you have the expertise to translate complex process technologies into practical solutions that directly impact the health of vulnerable consumers? As a Process Manager at the Nutricia Research Centre, you will combine deep technical knowledge with strategic project management. You are the connecting force that brings innovations from the lab to the factory, pushing horizons in technologies such as spray drying, fermentation, and emulsification. In this role, you will manage a portfolio of European projects where your contribution is crucial for realizing superior product characteristics for infants, the elderly, and patients. You bring movement to complex transformations and ensure that process solutions not only work theoretically but also perform economically and safely on an industrial scale. 

Functie-eisen

  • A completed M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering, Food Technology, or Bioprocessing.
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience in process technology within a factory environment or R&I setting.
  • Proven expertise in liquid, dairy, or plant-based processing.
  • Experience leading a diverse portfolio of development and factory projects on a European scale.
  • Professional working proficiency in English is required; knowledge of Dutch or French is beneficial. 

Competenties

You are a professional who naturally takes the lead and effortlessly navigates various interests in a multi-disciplinary environment. With your strong human skills, you know how to engage others and create a team atmosphere focused on continuous growth and effectiveness. You combine an analytical mind with a hands-on mentality, determinedly turning challenges in a dynamic environment into visible results. As an expert partner, you communicate clearly and strategically at all levels, from operator to director. Your curiosity and drive for innovation mean you always see opportunities to optimize processes and take them to a higher level.

Arbeidsvoorwaarden

  • A salary between € 4.500,- and € 5.200,- per month based on 40 hours 
  • A contract for an indefinite period of 40 hours per week 
  • A monthly individual choice budget (IKB) of 10.66% of your salary that you can use flexibly 
  • 25 vacation days + the option to buy 6 extra days 
  • A sabbatical scheme; every three years up to 12 months 
  • Flexible public holidays 
  • Travel allowance 
  • Various bonus schemes 
  • The possibility to work hybrid 
  • A good pension scheme at ASR Capital 
  • Extra allowances for internet, phone, and a home office budget 
  • An education budget, coaching, an onboarding program, and unlimited access to the Yacht Academy with over 3000 courses and training programs 
  • Network events, knowledge sessions, and an annual community festival 

And there is more. Please feel free to contact me. I would be happy to tell you more about the total package of employment conditions. 

Apply now and receive a WhatsApp message within 15 minutes with a few short questions so we can help you quickly. Don't have WhatsApp? Then we will contact you via phone or email!

Bedrijfsinformatie

The Nutricia Research Centre for Specialized Nutrition in Utrecht is a state-of-the-art innovation center where science and practice come together to improve the quality of life for vulnerable groups. As part of the Global SN R&I team, Yacht works here with ambitious professionals on the process solutions of the future. At Yacht, you become part of a powerful community of experts where knowledge sharing and personal development are central. We connect your expertise to challenging assignments at forward-thinking organizations, so you can make a maximum impact in your career. Together, we push horizons and realize progress in the world of specialized nutrition.

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contact

Victoria de Groene
victoria.de.groene@yacht.nl
0621439003