Food and Beverage Specialist

I am innovating new healthy soda brand and on a mission to disrupt the beverage industry in India. We believe that delicious drinks can also be genuinely good for you. We are developing a line of functional, low-sugar sodas with a focus on natural ingredients and unique flavors.

Food & Beverage Consultant

• Product Formulation:

   Develop and finalize a proprietary, consumer-ready recipe for our initial line of healthy sodas.

• Ingredient Sourcing:

   Advise on the selection and sourcing of high-quality, safe, and cost-effective natural ingredients, including natural sweeteners, functional additives (e.g., prebiotics), and flavorings.

• Regulatory Compliance:

   Ensure the final product formulation and all related processes comply with the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) regulations. This includes advising on nutritional labeling, ingredient declarations, and claims.

• Shelf-Life Stability:

   Conduct and/or oversee testing to ensure the product has a stable shelf life suitable for commercial distribution in India's climate.

• Production & Scaling:

   Provide guidance on scaling the recipe from a lab-tested sample to commercial-scale production, and assist in identifying and vetting potential co-packing partners in India.

• Market Insights:

   Offer expert advice on market trends, consumer preferences, and potential flavor profiles that will resonate with the Indian market.

• Proven experience as a Food & Beverage Consultant, specifically with non-alcoholic beverages. Experience with functional drinks or low-sugar products is a significant advantage.
• A strong portfolio of successful product launches from concept to market.
• Deep knowledge of food science principles, ingredient interactions, and beverage formulation.
• Comprehensive understanding of FSSAI regulations and Indian food safety standards.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively to meet project deadlines.