Lee Bussinger
Ridgefield,CT
Summary
Accomplished Principal Scientist at PepsiCo with a proven track record in leading global sugar reduction initiatives and flavor innovation. Excelled in mentoring and enhancing team capabilities, demonstrating strong leadership and innovative problem-solving skills. Achieved significant advancements in flavor development, showcasing adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal Scientist - Flavorist
PepsiCo
02.2023 - Current
- Managing Sugar Reduction and Innovation on multiple platforms globally
- Lead Flavorist for the AMESA region and built flavor development capabilities locally to increase rapid response to changing market demands.
- Supporting and mentoring a direct report to successfully increase their responsibilities and confidence within the company.
- Collaborate with multiple departments to deliver on complex problem solving and fast moving innovation projects.
Associate Principal Scientist - Junior Flavorist
PepsiCo
09.2020 - 02.2023
- Mentored junior team members, contributing to their professional growth and development.
- Coordinated with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring successful execution of all tasks from inception to completion.
- Evaluated business requirements and developed tailored solutions to meet project needs.
- Demonstrated adaptability in shifting priorities as needed in response to evolving consumer demands or industry trends.
Sr. Scientist
PepsiCo
01.2017 - 09.2020
- Simultaneously managed several complex projects, meeting all pertinent milestones.
- Championed interdisciplinary collaboration across departments, fostering innovation and creative problem-solving among colleagues.
- Led processes to further enhance the company's intellectual property portfolio.
- Led development of sugar reduced beverages for International markets.
Molecule Labs
Flavor Specialist
11.2015 - 09.2016
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Flavorist Trainee
Ottens Flavors
06.2009 - 10.2015
- Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
- Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry.
- Supported departmental tasks to increase understanding of industry processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Culinary Science
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA03.2010
Skills
- Strong leadership abilities
- Lab safety protocols
- Risk assessment capabilities
- Critical thinking abilities
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Innovative problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Training and mentoring
Certification
- Certified Flavorist from the Society of Flavor Chemists October 2023
- Certified Mixologist from Art of the Drink March 2023
Timeline
Principal Scientist - Flavorist
PepsiCo
02.2023 - Current
Associate Principal Scientist - Junior Flavorist
PepsiCo
09.2020 - 02.2023
Sr. Scientist
PepsiCo
01.2017 - 09.2020
Molecule Labs
Flavor Specialist
11.2015 - 09.2016
Flavorist Trainee
Ottens Flavors
06.2009 - 10.2015
- Certified Flavorist from the Society of Flavor Chemists October 2023
- Certified Mixologist from Art of the Drink March 2023
Bachelor of Science - Culinary Science
Drexel University
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