R&D Designer

Position Snapshot

Location: Orbe, Switzerland
Company: Nestlé Product Technology Centre Coffee
Act. Rate: Full-Time Act. Rate 100%
Type of contract: Permanent contract

Start date: As soon as possible

Position Summary

The Nestlé Product Technology Centre Coffee (NPTC Coffee) is the leading R&D organization that discovers, develops and deploys coffee and beverage products and technologies for in-home and out-of-home consumption. It consists of units in Konolfingen (CH), Marysville (USA), Orbe (CH) and Singapore and provides new products and processes to all Nestlé markets worldwide.

Our mission - to delight the consumer wherever, whenever, however by delivering moments of genuine pleasure and indulgence - drives the need for us to attract, select and develop the right people for the right jobs throughout the value chain of our business.

As a R&D Designer, you will support the development of innovative and consumer-centric design concepts for Nestlé Coffee Brands (Nescafé, Starbucks, Nespresso, Nescafé Dolce Gusto, Blue Bottle, Coffeemate, etc.). In this role, you will transform design briefs into visual representations, utilizing a well-defined design strategy. Your responsibilities will also include enhancing the ideation process, improving workflows, and ensuring clear visual communication for all stakeholders.

A Day in the Life of a R&D Designer

• Lead and manage the complete design process, presenting innovative concepts and compelling rationales to internal clients and senior stakeholders
• Create consumer-centric design concepts for Nestlé Coffee Brands, ensuring alignment with brand identity and innovation strategies
• Collaborate with Brand Managers and stakeholders to visually articulate brand innovations and translate concepts into tangible visual representations, including sketches and prototypes
• Conduct in-depth research to understand consumer needs and transform 2D propositions into final mock-ups that accurately reflect the intended consumer experience in retail environments
• Support ideation sessions by applying design thinking methodology and develop efficient workflows along with clear visual communication materials for stakeholders in collaboration with innovation specialists
• Lead the development of internal communication products by conceptualizing and refining ideas, ensuring alignment with the internal team, selecting optimal printing solutions, and managing supplier relationships
• Stay updated on design trends and innovations, proposing new methodologies to keep the team ahead and establish best practices in digital technologies
• Build relationships within the Nestlé Design network and collaborate with colleagues to foster knowledge sharing and design excellence

What will make you successful

• University degree in Design (Graphic, Industrial, or UX/UI)
• Solid creative experience in design, preferably in consumer goods; agency or consultancy experience is a plus
• Strong portfolio showcasing modern design aesthetics and understanding of brand identity and consumer-centric design
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, with skills in Creative Cloud tools, Mural, sketching, and drawing
• Experience using generative AI tools for image solutions and familiarity with current design and prototyping tools
• Strong organizational skills for managing international projects, with adaptability to diverse work environments, cultural sensitivity, and a growth mindset
• Passion for design, eagerness to learn and coach, and openness to feedback
• Proficiency in English

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At Nestlé, we want to help shape a better and healthier world, inspire people to live healthier lives and deliver impact at a scale and pace that makes a difference. We do this by fostering a diverse, friendly, supportive, and collaborative environment, that creates positive disruption, embraces innovation, and empowers people and teams to win. We aim to hire friendly, respectful, inspiring people who care about the people's lives that we touch every single day.

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