NPD Technologist - Exclusive

NPD Technologist - Leicester | Full-time

We are recruiting an enthusiastic and detail-driven New Product Developer to join our client's NPD team in Leicester. Reporting to the NPD Manager, you will play a key role in bringing innovative, great-tasting products from concept through to launch.

This is an excellent opportunity for a food graduate or early-career professional to gain broad, hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment and develop a strong technical and commercial skill set.

In this role, you will support product development projects from concept to launch, assist with sample submissions, packaging, artwork and factory trials and help ensure that all products meet the highest standards of quality, safety and commercial viability. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, suppliers and customers, building strong relationships and gaining insight into both the technical and commercial aspects of product development.

You will also stay up to date with ingredients, market trends and consumer insights, contributing to products that are not only innovative but also aligned with customer and consumer expectations.

• Support product development projects from concept to launch
• Assist with sample submissions, packaging, artwork and factory trials
• Ensure all products meet the highest standards of quality, safety and commercial viability
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, suppliers and customers
• Stay up to date with ingredients, market trends and consumer insights

• Degree in Food Science or a related discipline (or be working towards one)
• Approximately one year's experience in a food development or technical role
• Strong organisational skills, excellent communication and a proactive, solution‑focused approach

Joining this team offers the opportunity to gain end‑to‑end NPD experience, work with major retail customers and contribute to products enjoyed by millions.

If you're looking to make a real impact in the food industry and contribute to products enjoyed by millions, we would love to hear from you.

Please call Nicola on  or email your CV to

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