Sirio Europe is part of the internationally operating SIRIO Group, a global leader in the development and production of innovative dietary supplements, pharmaceutical products, and functional foods. Headquartered in China, with production and R&D sites across Europe, the USA, and Asia, the SIRIO Group is one of the key global drivers in the health and nutrition industry. Our international network enables us to combine the latest scientific insights, cutting-edge technologies, and cultural diversity to create products of the highest quality for customers worldwide.
At Sirio Europe, we actively shape the success of our group through innovation, quality, and teamwork. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do — they are the key to our growth and our continuous pursuit of excellence.
To strengthen our R&D team, we are looking for a dedicated and motivated Formulation Coordinator (m/f/d) with a passion for product development and innovation to join our team in Pritzwalk, Germany. In this role, you will contribute to the development and optimization of innovative health and nutrition products, working closely with R&D, Regulatory, Quality, Sales, and other cross-functional teams in an international environment.
This position is based in Pritzwalk, Germany, where our production site is located. Our production facility is based in Brandenburg area, near the beautiful Mecklenburg Lake District, with good connections to Rostock, Hamburg, and Berlin.
The Role/Responsibilities:
- Support the development of new products for customers from initial design through to prototype, in line with the project brief.
- Contribute to the improvement of formulations, recipes, and manufacturing processes, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and cost.
- Set up and maintain product codes within the manufacturing system, and prepare and maintain product specifications and related technical documentation.
- Collaborate with the Regulatory team to ensure compliance with food legislation and other applicable regulatory requirements.
- Review supplier specifications and evaluate, qualify, and approve new raw materials.
- Process product inquiries and quotations for food supplements, FSMPs, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals.
- Develop stability protocols, analyse stability data, and prepare technical reports.
- Support quality assurance activities and prepare product compliance documentation.
- Provide technical support to Sales teams and customers throughout the product development process.
Profile/Requirements:
- Completed degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Nutrition, or a related scientific or technical field.
- Previous experience in Research & Development within the food industry is preferred.
- Knowledge of food legislation and product specification management is an advantage
- Proficient in MS Office applications as well as ERP and CRM systems
- Highly precise, conscientious, and systematic approach to work
- Independent, responsible, and reliable working style
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Confident in presenting technical updates to customers, partners, and internal stakeholders
- Fluency in German and English are required; any other European language is a plus.
In Pritzwalk, we offer:
- A varied and responsible role in a rapidly growing industry with a good work-life balance.
- Flexible working hours through our flexitime model.
- Flat hierarchies and direct communication in a dynamic working environment.
- The opportunity to be part of a global and internationally active company.
- A structured onboarding process to support you from day one.
- Open-minded colleagues and a positive working atmosphere.
- 28 days of annual leave.
- Benefits in accordance with our company collective agreement.
- Opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Employer contribution to the company pension scheme.
- Edenred Ticketcard benefits.
- Free fruit, vegetables, and drinks.