Join the Magic
Our Mission
At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities. We are more than 10.000 employees in over 85 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3.1 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.
To strengthen our technical consultancy team, we are looking for a Technical Advisor Specialist in the bakery sector. This role is responsible for promoting products through demonstrations and providing technical consultancy to active or potential customers:
Technical Advisor Bakery
(Industry: Food Production, Bucharest, Romania)
Your Mission
We are looking for a Technical Advisor Bakery based in Bucharest, reporting to the TA Supervisor. In this role, you will promote Puratos products through demonstrations, provide technical consultancy, and develop recipes, ensuring our customers receive high-quality solutions and expert guidance.
What you will do
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and adapt recipes and concepts using Puratos products for artisanal and industrial applications
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for industrial and semi-industrial customers, ensuring optimal results and quick resolution of production issues
- Support the sales team through product presentations and demonstrations
- Organize and host events to inspire customers and promote Puratos solutions
- Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, and Sales departments on business development projects and new product launches
- Leverage hands-on expertise in Bakery and Patisserie within industrial and semi-industrial environments, demonstrating strong knowledge of ingredients, processes, and equipment.
Additional Key Tasks
- Follow the schedule of seminars and demonstrations
- Develop recipes using products from the existing portfolio
- Present Puratos products and applications based on recipes, emphasizing quality and ensuring customers receive all necessary information.
- Continuously improving practical performance and enhance theoretical knowledge of products and industry technology
- Prepare detailed reports after each demonstration, including:
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- Customer reactions to promoted products
- Potential sales opportunities
- Competitor products
- Recommendations for other Puratos products or services for future demonstrations
- Suggest improvements to existing products or propose new ones based on experience gained during demonstrations.
- Participate in all company-organized seminars and training sessions for professional development
- Ensure accuracy of information provided to supervisors and collaborating departments
- Maintain a polite and professional attitude toward colleagues, partners, and customers
- Keep equipment in good condition and comply with internal procedures for its use
- Promptly inform relevant parties about any equipment issues
- Ensure smooth workflow in the Innovation Center
- Maintain confidentiality of all accessed data
- Comply with Health & Safety and Fire Prevention regulations
- Follow internal procedures, work instructions, and company policies (including punctuality and timely reporting)
- Adherent to applicable legal regulations and the Collective Labor Agreement
- Respect workplace safety rules as per internal regulations
- Perform any other tasks assigned by the direct manager related to the role.
What we expect from you
Education
- High school education or vocational training with a specialization in bakery
Experience
- 3–5 years of experience in bakery and pastry
- Advantage: experience with semi-industrial and industrial equipment
Skills & Competencies
- Organizational skills
- Communication and product presentation skills
- Positive attitude
- Active listening skills
- Integrity and loyalty to the company
- Sense of order and discipline
- Flexibility
- Teamwork
- Active learning
Technical Skills
- Driving license (category B) and willingness to travel
- At least intermediate knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
Languages
- Advantage conversational English (B1-B2 level)
What you can expect from Puratos
We are a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful and respectful work environment by putting people first. We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.
Benefits Package
- Meal vouchers
- Annual bonuses
- Vacation bonus
- Christmas bonus
- Private health insurance (Regina Maria & Groupama)
- Life insurance (Groupama)
- 22 vacation days/year + 1 extra day for your birthday
- Additional vacation days based on seniority
- Paid leave and financial support for family events (as per collective labor agreement)
- Work tools: company car, phone, tablet or laptop
Work Schedule
- 8:00 – 16:00
- Work model: physical presence at the office / Innovation center
- Location: Tunari - Ilfov