Flavour Laboratory & Materials Coordinator

Doehler is a global producer and provider of natural ingredients, ingredient systems, and integrated solutions for the food and beverage industry. From natural flavours and colours to healthy functional ingredients, we help our customers create products people love and trust.

The Flavour Laboratory & Materials Coordinator is responsible for preparing flavour concentrates, operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, coordinating materials and inventory, and conducting tests to support Flavourists and Food Scientists in product development activities. This role requires experience in laboratory operations, materials coordination, inventory control and ERP systems, together with strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.

What Your Day Looks Like

Sample Preparation & Product Development

• Prepare flavour concentrates, laboratory compounds and product samples for evaluations, trials and projects.
• Compound laboratory trials and flavour preparations in consultation with Flavourists.
• Assist with the development of new flavours, formulation modifications and flavour optimisation.
• Participate in flavour tasting sessions and sensory evaluations.

Laboratory Operations & Cleanliness

• Set up, operate, calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment used in flavour creation.
• Maintain accurate records of formulations, testing activities and results.
• Ensure laboratory equipment, workspaces, glassware and shared areas are clean, tidy and organised in accordance with company standards.
• Organise and store reagents, samples, consumables and equipment appropriately.
• Ensure laboratory waste is correctly segregated, labelled and disposed of in line with safety and environmental procedures.

 Quality & Production Support

• Supervise production trials and verify production worksheets for accuracy as required.
• Compound laboratory reference samples for Quality Control.
• Prepare production keys and supporting documentation as required.

Inventory & Administration

• Manage & Restock inventory of flavour ingredients, raw materials, and laboratory consumables.
• Create and maintain internal product codes within company systems.
• Update formula specifications, compositions, and production instructions in internal databases.
• Coordinate standard sample requests and ensure timely preparation and dispatch.
• Support inventory transactions stock cheks and

 Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to laboratory safety procedures, food safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and company requirements.

The Ingredients for Success

At Doehler, we bring ideas to life. Whether it’s creating innovative food and beverage solutions or building high-performing teams, success starts with the right ingredients.

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A positive, proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to work independently and within a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong understanding of food science, flavour technology, and laboratory practices.
• Solid analytical, sensory evaluation and problem-solving skills

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Operations or a related discipline.
• Four to six years of relevant experience in inventory management, materials coordination, laboratory support, manufacturing, warehousing or the flavour, food, beverage or FMCG industry.
• Demonstrated experience in inventory control, including stock monitoring, ordering, goods receipting, stock rotation, cycle counting, reconciliation and inventory reporting.
• Experience using an ERP system, preferably SAP, including purchase requisitions, goods receipting, inventory transactions, stock transfers and stock adjustments.
• Practical experience preparing samples, following formulations and specifications, operating laboratory or pilot-scale equipment, and supporting product development or customer projects.
• Understanding of quality systems, workplace safety and good documentation practices.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

Reports To

• Team Leader & Senior Flavourist

The Perks

• Join a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to make a real impact on a growing business.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee benefits through Employment Hero.

Ready to bring your passion for flavour, science and organisation to life? If you enjoy supporting product development, coordinating materials and keeping laboratory operations running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you.

Join our team as a Flavour Laboratory & Materials Coordinator and play a key role in bringing innovative food and beverage solutions to life – Apply Now!