MSc. in Food Technology from CFTRI, Mysore with extensive experience in Nutritional beverages /products category. Currently working with Unilever R&D in Horlicks NPD team. Previously worked in Zydus Wellness (Formerly Kraft Heinz). Having 7+ years of total experience with 6+ years in R&D with Brands like Complan, Glucon-D, Heinz ketchup and have been Scientific Affairs Leader for 1 year. Product & Process Development Specialties in various food formats in Complan and Glucon-D brands, Nutritional formulations, Health Food drinks, Dairy based beverage mixes, Malt based foods, Glucose based beverage mixes, culinary sauces New Product Development Specialist, Scientific affairs, Regulatory Affairs & Nutritional Claims -Claim substantiation and support for brand management, Claim Dossiers, Training medical marketing team for the clinically proven formulations, Project Management, Consumer Research & Insights, Good communication skills, collaboration, influencing and negotiating skills