Senior Product Development Technologist
As a Senior Product Development Technologist based in Craigavon, you will work closely with the Site NPD Manager, Technical, Commercial and Central Teams to deliver the strategy for your categories/customers, manage costings and the critical path, ensure product submissions are delivered to a high standard and products are technically compliant. Project manage effective and timely launches to meet key site deliverables.
Responsibilities
* Detailed and clear understanding of the NPD process, concept to launch
* Excellent communication skills at all levels and with all departments
* Generate and manage costings continually throughout the NPD process against targets set out in the briefs
* Manage EPD projects
* Work closely with the Group Development Chef, Group Packaging Manager and Procurement team
* Project and critical path management
* Produce concept samples on time for presentation to customers, along with submission forms
* Ensure accurate recording of information regarding final product sign‑off, processes, new ingredients and packaging; handover folders to Finance, Technical, Operations, Planning & Procurement in a timely manner
* Continually assess current products, recommend and redevelop where necessary to reflect current market requirements
* Ensure appropriate records are produced and retained, keeping all product development activity up‑to‑date and available
* Assume overall responsibility for the safety of self and others whilst at work, implementing, monitoring and maintaining all company health and safety and hygiene policies
* Act as an ambassador for Pilgrim’s, ensuring professional conduct, approach and personal presentation at all times
* Flexibility for travel to the UK when required
Knowledge, Skills, Experience
* Experience in project management, critical path and NPD Stage Gate management
* Excellent time management and organisation
* Experienced and resilient problem‑solver
* Keen eye for detail
* 3+ years’ experience in the food industry
* Proven track record with launching new products and effective planning and organisational skills
* Excellent IT skills for writing, accessing, analysing and reporting of data
* PowerPoint presentations
* Good working knowledge of Excel spreadsheets and formula writing
* Proven experience driving an exciting food culture that puts our products at the heart of what we do
Experience / Qualifications
* Degree in food or relevant qualification
* Equivalent transferable experience within food manufacturing
* Full clean driver’s licence
Seniority Level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
* Full‑time
Job Function
* Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
* Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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