Your new company A leading food manufacturer with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and sustainability. The business operates across multiple sites and supplies a wide range of products to both retail and foodservice customers. With continued investment in NPD and a collaborative team culture, this is a great environment for someone looking to grow their career in product development. Your new role As NPD Technologist, you'll play a key role in developing new products from concept through to launch. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams including Technical, Production, and Commercial to ensure products meet customer expectations, cost targets, and quality standards. The role will involve hands-on factory trials, ingredient research, and maintaining accurate documentation throughout the development process. What you'll need to succeed You'll ideally have a degree in Food Science or a related discipline, along with experience in a product development or technical role within food manufacturing. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential. Experience working in dairy or chilled categories would be a bonus. What you'll get in return You'll join a supportive and forward-thinking team with access to excellent facilities and ongoing professional development. The company offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and the chance to work on exciting innovation projects that make a real impact in the market. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: NPD Technologist NPD NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT FOOD INNOVATION Benefits: Up to £34K!