About Ingredion:
Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.
Customer Innovation Director, Brazil at Ingredion – Join Us, to create the Future Together!
Come work with us to Drive Innovation that transforms customer needs into impactful solutions and beyond.
As Customer Innovation Director, Brazil, you’ll be part of our incredible team of Idea Labs, our second largest innovation center from Ingredion Globally.
In this role, you will lead Ingredion’s Innovation & Applications function in Brazil, translating market and customer needs into breakthrough product solutions. You will drive a strategic innovation agenda aligned with global priorities and lead the end-to-end development of new products in alignment with key business goals. You’ll play a critical role in delivering differentiated value to customers and supporting sustainable growth across food and industrial categories
Location: Mogi Guaçu/SP - Brazil
As part of the Idea Labs team, your role you’ll be:
Lead the local innovation and applications strategy, ensuring alignment with global initiatives and driving execution of high-priority innovation projects.Build and manage a strong innovation pipeline focused on Texture and Healthful Solutions, delivering against intellectual property and commercial goals.Develop and scale technical capabilities through hands-on trainings, launch packages, and customer co-creation sessions.Establish and grow an innovation incubator and research network to support global innovation efforts.Promote collaboration across cross-functional and global teams, acting as a strategic partner to sales, marketing, and global R&D.What are we looking for?
Degree in Food Science or other science related discipline andDemonstrated experience in the R&D food & beverage industry, specifically B2B for ingredientsExcellent understanding of food science, industrial food processes and interaction of ingredients.Fluent in English. Spanish is a differential.Who are we looking for?
Someone that anticipates market trends, shapes bold strategies and leads innovation that delivers real business impact.
A talent that builds deep customer relationships, translate needs into value-added solutions, and collaborate across functions to bring ideas to life.
A leader who develops high-performing teams, leads through complexity, and executes with agility to drive sustainable results.
Ingredion Benefits
We offer a competitive and comprehensive package aligned with our values and goals. It includes salary, incentives, health benefits, flexibility, learning opportunities, recognition, and well-being.
At our lab in Mogi Guaçu, you’ll find a friendly environment where you can grow and develop your career. We provide the following benefits:
Hybrid ways of working: 4 days at the office and 1 day at homeMedical and dental planCompany carBonusesOn-site restaurantFood allowancePrivate pensionGympassDiscounts on medicationsAnd other amazing benefits.Relocation Available:
Yes, Within Country