https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu Latest ALUMNI CAREER CENTER Jobs Sat, 30 May 2026 09:43:38 Z https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22284634/midwest-territory-sales-manager https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22284634/midwest-territory-sales-manager Nationwide, Due to an incredible promotion, Grasselli-SSI is seeking a Midwest Territory Manager to support continued growth across the region. This role is focused on developing and managing customer relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and driving sales performance within the Midwest territory. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in sales, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Key responsibilities include: • Managing and expanding an existing customer base • Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities • Collaborating with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions • Representing Grasselli-SSI at industry events and customer sites Territory Includes: WI, IL, MN, IA, MO, ND, SD, NE, KS. This is an opportunity to join a team committed to innovation and delivering high-quality solutions to the food processing industry. Position is WFH but must reside in the midwest territory listed above.  - Proficient in meat science a plus. Ideal candidate will have experience in food production, product development/R&D with skills in speaking a plus.  - Comfortable with travel at 50%, travel can exceed 75% at times due to sales and project demand.  -Ideally MS in Meat or Food Science with 2-4 years industry experience a plus. Mon, 18 May 2026 12:27:07 -0400 https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22284772/senior-application-scientist-meat-prepared-food https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22284772/senior-application-scientist-meat-prepared-food Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Interested in a career that matters? At Novonesis, we develop innovative biosolutions that help the food industry produce safe, high quality and sustainable products.  Our Applied R&D Meat & Prepared Food (M&PF) department is looking for a committed and skilled Senior Application Scientist with a strong passion for food, fermentation and microbiology.  In this role, you will work at the interface between customers, sales, production, and global R&D, translating science into practical solutions that create real value. You will collaborate closely with local sales teams and production & process management, as well as Applied R&D colleagues mainly based in Europe, to deliver Novonesis solutions and provide dedicated field technical service. The Role & Your Impact This is a highly applied, customer facing scientific role with a strong focus on innovation and technical partnership. You will play a key role in supporting growth within the meat and prepared food segment by delivering robust, science-based solutions to customers. Key responsibilities include: Leading and supporting application and innovation projects from experimental design through trials, data interpretation and stakeholder communication. Driving a strong new product development (NPD) pipeline by developing innovative, customer driven application concepts. Acting as a trusted technical partner for customers, translating needs into value adding solutions and business opportunities. Supporting local sales teams during plant and field trials as well as strategic customer engagements. Contributing to knowledge sharing and capability building through customer innovation days, trainings and internal knowledge exchange. Performing analyses and contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory setups and processes. What You’ll Need to Be Successful To succeed in this role, you bring a strong scientific foundation combined with hands-on industrial experience and a pronounced customer mindset. Must have qualifications and experience: MSc or PhD in Food Microbiology (preferred), Food Science, or a closely related scientific discipline. More than 10 years of experience within the meat and/or food industry, from production, applied R&D, or technical services. Strong hands-on experimental experience, including plant or factory trials, challenge tests, fermentation work and microbiological analyses. Proven ability to translate scientific results into practical, industrial solutions, with a very strong applied and customer-centric mindset. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; German language skills are a strong advantage. Ability to engage confidently with multiple stakeholders, including customers, academics, food authorities and internal teams across cultures. A curious, self-driven mindset and strong collaboration skills. Additional Skills & Interests We Value While not required, the following experience would be considered an advantage: Bioinformatics skills. Experience working in international or cross-regional R&D environments. Prior exposure to regulatory or food authority interactions related to meat or fermented food products. What We Offer At Novonesis, you will be part of a purpose-driven organization where science, collaboration and innovation go hand in hand. We offer: The opportunity to work with leading biosolutions in a highly applied and customer-focused role. Close collaboration with global experts across R&D, sales and operations. Strong focus on professional development, learning and knowledge sharing. A collaborative, inclusive culture where your expertise and ideas make a real impact. Ways of Working / Working Conditions This role is based in Milwaukee, USA, with close collaboration across Europe and the US. The position includes up to 30% travel to customer sites, production facilities and internal stakeholders across Europe and the United States.  Compensation & Benefits Salary:   $100,000-$110,000 based on experience 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution  Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance Healthcare savings account option   Employee assistance program Parental leave  Tuition reimbursement All benefits begin on your first day  Application deadline: 6/12/26 Opportunities for everyone We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore, we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying. We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. Explore other openings If this position isn’t the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. You’re welcome to explore open roles or create a job agent to stay connected with future opportunities at novonesis.com/Career Mon, 18 May 2026 15:51:49 -0400 https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22279710/food-scientist https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22279710/food-scientist Wichita, Kansas, Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well. This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate. Job Purpose and Impact The Food Scientist II supports the development, improvement, and commercialization of Ground Beef and Case Ready products within Cargill’s Beef business. This role applies food science and processing expertise to deliver products that meet customer needs, manufacturing requirements, and quality and regulatory standards.  Working with cross?functional partners, the Food Scientist II helps bring new products to market, improve existing products, and support manufacturing execution—contributing to product performance, operational efficiency, and business growth.  Key Accountabilities Support new product development and product improvements for Ground Beef and Case Ready products, owning projects or defined workstreams from concept through commercialization. Develop and evaluate formulations, processes, and product specifications to meet customer, quality, regulatory, and operational requirements. Plan and execute product testing and trials; analyze results and make clear technical recommendations. Partner with Sales, Business Management, Marketing, Operations, Food Safety & Quality, and Regulatory teams to translate business and customer needs into technical solutions. Support plant trials, scale?up, and implementation by troubleshooting issues and applying process improvements. Communicate project status, risks, and technical options effectively to cross?functional partners and leadership. Stay current on relevant food science, processing, and ingredient knowledge and apply learning to business needs. Seek feedback and guidance to strengthen technical skills, project execution, and cross?functional collaboration.  Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience Experience working in a manufacturing environment Minimum of two years of related work experience Other minimum qualifications may apply Preferred Qualifications Master's degree or other post-secondary degree Strategic thinker with ability to build effective plans to support strategic initiatives Tech-savvy and comfortable with evolving business-critical technology Experience working successfully in a matrixed organization Experience progressing projects through a phased innovation approach.   Fri, 15 May 2026 10:22:49 -0400 https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22221253/director-product-innovation-strategy-beef-burger-king-us-canada https://alumnijobs.cofc.edu/jobs/rss/22221253/director-product-innovation-strategy-beef-burger-king-us-canada Miami, Florida, Role Overview Burger King is seeking a bold, consumer-obsessed Director of Product Innovation & Strategy (Beef) to lead menu innovation for the US & Canada markets. This role is responsible for shaping the future of the Burger King menu from ideation through commercialization while honoring brand heritage, operational excellence, and evolving guest expectations. A core focus of this role will be beef innovation, including stewardship of the Whopper®, Burger King’s most iconic platform, and its current and future iterations. The Director will ensure Burger King continues to lead in flame-grilled beef through craveable, differentiated, and operationally executable innovation. RBI follows a 5 day, in-office work schedule to support collaboration. Successful candidates will be expected to work onsite 5 days per week out of our Miami, FL office location. Key Responsibilities Product Innovation & Strategy (Beef Category) Lead end-to-end culinary innovation for Burger King US & Canada, including new product development, LTOs, core menu evolution, and platform innovation for all beef products Translate consumer insights, food trends, and cultural moments into winning menu concepts that elevate flame-grilled beef and reinforce Burger King’s leadership in burgers Manage a robust innovation pipeline across beef with a clear point of view on when to protect, stretch, or reinvent iconic products Beef & Whopper® Platform Leadership Serve as the culinary steward of the Whopper®, ensuring all iterations deliver on taste, quality, value, and brand relevance Lead development of new Whopper® builds, flavor profiles, formats, and limited-time offers, while protecting the integrity of the core Whopper® Partner with Supply Chain and QA to drive continuous improvement in beef patty performance, flame-grill quality, and ingredient specifications Explore innovation across premium, value, customization, and cultural flavors within the Whopper® and broader beef portfolio Product Development & Commercialization Oversee product development from concept creation through kitchen validation, supplier readiness, and national launch Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to ensure beef innovations are executable at scale across franchised and company-owned restaurants Balance creativity with speed, cost, food safety, and operational simplicity Cross-Functional Leadership Serve as the Beef Expert and thought leader for US & Canada, collaborating with Marketing on Whopper® storytelling, positioning, and launch strategies Influence franchise partners and advisory councils by clearly articulating the “why” behind beef and burger innovation Present concepts, tastings, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership Brand & Consumer Focus Champion Burger King’s brand DNA while pushing bold, flame-grilled, beef-forward innovation Ensure Whopper® and beef innovations reflect regional preferences, cultural relevance, and evolving consumer expectations Team Leadership & Capability Building Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary innovation team Build deep internal expertise around beef, burgers, and flame-grilling excellence Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, Hospitality, or Bachelor of Science in Animal Science, Food Science or related field (advanced degree a plus) 10+ years of progressive experience in culinary innovation, menu development, or R&D—preferably within manufacturing or large-scale foodservice. Demonstrated success leading beef or burger-centric innovation at national scale Strong understanding of franchised restaurant operations, supply chain constraints, and cost management is a plus Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and franchise partners Experience leading teams in a matrixed organization Key Competencies Deep passion for burgers and beef-forward innovation Strategic, brand-minded culinary leadership Strong commercial and operational acumen Executive presence with the ability to tell a compelling food and brand story Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, highly visible environment Expected travel of up to 40% Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:42:54 -0400