NPD Technologist

NPD Technologist

The role:

Reporting to the NPD Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end development of new products within retail and food service, ensuring each concept is not only innovative, but commercially in line with product briefs and market insights.

• Working alongside commercial and technical to evaluate customer briefs and manage the development process between site(s) and customer.
• Liaise closely with customers, presenting ideas and developing working relationships.
• Evaluate Kitchen Samples. Submitting samples into customers and completing customer submission forms.
• Attend and contribute to weekly NPD meetings. Keeping NPD trackers up to date with latest feedback and next steps.
• Create and maintain accurate record keeping, including kitchen handover documents, heating validations, and supporting customer QAS.
• Organising and completing sensory evaluation on customer and market benchmarking samples.
• Keeping up to date with latest market trends and relevant product launches into the market.
• Maintaining the NPD kitchen and freezer storage area.

We're looking for an ambitious, creative, and hands-on NPD Technologist to join our fast-paced, customer-focused team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate food professional who thrives on innovation and enjoys bringing new product ideas to life.

• A degree in Food Science or Food Technology, or similar.
• 2-3 years' experience in food product development.
• Strong knowledge of food trends, ingredients, and seasonality.
• Good understanding of the NPD process, including concept development, customer presentations, and critical path management.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive, enthusiastic, and hands-on approach to project delivery.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK and Europe.

If you're a food enthusiast with a passion for innovation and a desire to be part of a dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you.