* Support the site's NPD programme by developing new products and improving existing ones, working closely with key stakeholders across the business.
* Build and maintain positive customer relationships, enhancing confidence and trust in our innovation capabilities.
* Partner across departments to ensure we deliver high-quality, on-time projects for private label and branded customers.
Leadership & Collaboration
* Work with the NPD, Process and Specification teams to deliver innovative, accurate, and compliant new products.
* Ensure concept development is completed effectively and on schedule for both brand and private label projects.
Customer Focus
* Partner with commercial and marketing teams to deliver retailer and customer brand plans.
* Present new ideas and product amends to customers, supporting visits and audits.
* Develop strong, long‑term relationships with customers and suppliers.
Project Management
* Support project delivery to agreed timelines and budgets.
Innovation & Creativity
* Stay ahead of food trends and explore new ingredients, packaging, and technologies.
* Translate consumer insights into innovative product ideas and present them to internal and external stakeholders.
* Contribute to NPD presentations and innovation forums across the business.
Hands‑on Development
* Create and prepare customer samples and mock‑ups for presentations.
* Maintain accurate recipes and documentation for all products.
* Support product trials and smooth handover to process and technical teams.
* Understand the operational impact of new launches on production efficiency, consistency, and cost.
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