Applications Specialist

Kindly be advised that we are handling the recruitment for this position internally and are not partnering with external recruiters.

We are a Biology Company

Plantible, backed by Astanor Ventures, Lerer Hippeau, Piva Capital, Kellogg’s, and Vectr Ventures, is a vertically integrated biology company that is unlocking the power in plants in service of people & planet. Our mission is to create solutions that empower customers to make sustainable and regenerative choices without compromising on quality. We are beginning with the food industry. Please visit our website to learn more about our mission and continued success: https://www.plantiblefoods.com/

How you will contribute:

As an Applications Specialist, you will drive execution of customer-facing projects by developing and deploying formulations, cost calculators, and other technical service tools that bring Plantible’s products to life. You will translate customer needs into practical solutions, enabling meaningful engagements, timely follow-ups, and progression of key initiatives. In the near term, you will focus on addressing customer pain points by creating, testing, and validating formulations in target categories to demonstrate product performance and functionality. Long term, you will establish scalable technical tools and solutions that strengthen customer partnerships and accelerate Plantible’s commercial growth.

What you will be working on:

• Engage in hands-on formulation, prototype and commercial development; from lab formulation to scale-up to commercial manufacturing processes.
• Use results to evaluate performance including presentation to target customers to convey the advantages and value provided by Plantible products to progress key projects.
• Initiate and deliver compelling presentations to demonstrate product efficacy and value proposition to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams to create technical documentation and marketing materials that highlight the benefits and applications of our products.
• Lead identified customer opportunities and collaborative projects with R&D and Business Development to refine and enhance product offerings based on market needs.
• Regular travel to customer sites to support technical needs, fostering strong professional relationships and advancing sales initiatives.
• Develop customer engagement tools including presentations, sell sheets, calculators and others needed to grow the business opportunity pipeline.
• Develop and provide status updates on key initiatives and commercialization activities.
• Develop knowledge and capability on new ingredients, formulations and applications to support Plantible’s commercial efforts.

What you bring to Plantible:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in relevant product categories such as bakery & snacks, dairy alternatives, ready-to-mix beverages, or other related applications
• A relentless drive for results, demonstrated through a history of surpassing bold growth targets, clearly establishing product-market fit with new products/compounds.
• Proven ability to develop, test, and validate formulations using industry-standard processing and testing methods.
• Direct experience engaging with customers and driving technical projects from concept through execution.
• Strong track record of delivering results, demonstrating product-market fit, and achieving ambitious growth targets.
• Skilled in building trusted customer relationships, identifying needs, and presenting effective technical solutions.
• Capable of developing customer-facing collateral and leveraging CRM tools to manage opportunities and pipeline.
• Hands-on, flexible, and collaborative team player with a “can-do” attitude and the agility to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to give and receive candid feedback.
• Culinary skills are a strong plus.
• Passion for contributing to sustainable innovation and Plantible’s mission.

Choose Plantible Foods

Joining Plantible means contributing to a sustainable future for all. We are a venture backed startup that is both spreading happiness amongst our employees and to current and future generations. We believe diversity creates uniqueness. Our team is composed of highly talented people with different interests and hobbies, which makes for a rich working environment.

At Plantible we are continually working on our offerings to foster the best team. Check it out!

• Competitive health and wellness benefits
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Discretionary Unlimited PTO Program
• Paid Holidays
• 401k Program
• Career Stipend
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Working in a rapidly growing, flexible and entrepreneurial environment
• Team building and company-wide events
• Financial support with your relocation, if necessary, ensuring a smooth transition

Plantible Foods is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, liability for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. Plantible Foods reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

If you feel your skill set does not meet all listed qualifications for the role, we still encourage you to apply. As we continue to grow our company, we are seeking a range of candidates and would gladly consider you for other current or upcoming roles that may be a fit!