Sarah Nelson
About Sarah Nelson
Sarah Nelson serves as the Vice President of Global Technical Services and Product Development at Sambazon, where she has worked since 2017. With a background in food science and extensive experience in the food and beverage industry, she focuses on innovative product development and quality assurance.
Work at Sambazon
Sarah Nelson has served as the Vice President of Global Technical Services & Product Development at Sambazon since 2017. In this role, she provides technical support for the company's factory located in Brazil. Nelson previously held the position of Director of Product Development at Sambazon from 2011 to 2017. Her responsibilities include leading a team that focuses on Quality Assurance, Global Regulatory Compliance, and Co-Manufacturing, ensuring that the company's products meet industry standards.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Nelson earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, where she studied from 1998 to 2002. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in food science principles, which she applies in her current role. Nelson has extensive experience in the food and beverage industry, with a focus on both conventional and organic products.
Background
Before joining Sambazon, Sarah Nelson worked at Mars as a Senior Product Development Scientist from 2002 to 2011. During her nine years at Mars, she developed expertise in product development within the food and beverage sector. This experience has contributed to her capabilities in bringing innovative ideas to market, including new products, processes, packages, and programs.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Sarah Nelson has been involved in numerous product launches across various categories within the food and beverage industry. Her leadership in product development and technical services has facilitated the introduction of innovative products at Sambazon, aligning with the company's commitment to quality and sustainability.