Fatemeh Arab

• Led the research, formulation, and development of a diverse portfolio of UHT dairy desserts, including Panna Cotta, Crème Caramel, Crème Brule, puddings (different flavours), Tiramisu, Cheesecake, water jelly and aerated desserts: chocolate mousse and creamy fruit.
• Developed and commercialized Iran’s first Rice Pudding, introducing a new category and influencing consumer preferences,2014-2021.
• Led research, development and launch of UHT dairy drinks: (chocolate, strawberry, banana and cantaloupe) boosting the company’s product line diversity,2014-2021.
• Contributed to the development of a prototypes for wet phase baby food, laying the foundation for the company's entry into a new market segment,(Majan baby food) 2013-2014
• R&D representative of the Business Acceleration Team to link between R&D, production and marketing to execute new factory projects, 2015-2021
• Introduced a new quality control procedure for flavored butters, resulting in a significant improvement in product consistency and overall consumer satisfaction 2014-2015
• Led research, development, and production of aerated desserts, including chocolate mousse and creamy fruit desserts, 2018-2020

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for conducting fundamental research to enhance the quality and appeal of existing products through the introduction of new ingredients and technologies
• Developing and implementing control plan frameworks in collaboration with Quality & Food Safety teams, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and optimizing product safety
• Conducting sensory evaluations and testing protocols, resulting in refined product flavors and higher acceptance in the market
• Introducing cost-effective strategies that improved operational efficiency and reduced waste while maintaining product quality
• Creating and leading a comprehensive shelf-life testing program, ensuring product stability and safety throughout its lifecycle
• Conducting market research and competitive analysis of international dairy products, adapting successful concepts for the Iranian market.

• Conducting research in collaboration with Professor Petr Dejmek to optimize methods for drying basil leaves
• Collaborating with the research team to interpret results and refine experimental approaches
• Presenting findings in weekly meetings, contributing to the overall progress of the research