Job Description:

Passionate about food and developing innovative food products from concept to launch? This is an opportunity to join a successful food manufacturer with several sites across the UK in a newly created role due to ongoing growth.

Ideal opportunity for somebody looking to gain team management experience or a more experienced NPD specialist in search of a new challenge.

Hybrid working options are available. Please note, regular travel to other sites is required so a full UK driving licence is required.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Innovation, you'll be leading NPD projects, managing customer briefs, and ensuring innovative, quality products are developed in line with customers' expectations.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading NPD/EPD projects from customer brief through to launch, working closely with colleagues in technical, commercial, operations, and process teams.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with customers, leading site visits and presentations.
• Using your market knowledge to keep up to date with new and emerging trends.
• Managing, mentoring and developing a less experienced NPD Technologist.

About You

• Experience of leading NPD projects in a food manufacturing environment (knowledge of marinades, sauces, and dressings would be an advantage).
• Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of development processes from concept through to launch.
• Able to develop strong working relationships with customers and colleagues at all levels.
• Highly organised, able to manage multiple projects and adapt quickly in a fast paced environment.
• Passionate about food, ingredients, market trends and continuous improvement.

Why Apply

• Opportunity to play a leading role in a growing NPD/R&D function.
• Exposure to major customers with a varied and innovative product portfolio.
• Chance to influence product strategy while developing your leadership and people management experience.

To find out more, please apply today or contact Ian Murphy () for further details!