We're looking for a dedicated Product Development Support Specialist to join our team at the Derby Horticulture Site. You will be responsible for ensuring the timely and complete execution of Existing Product Development (EPD) and New Product Development (NPD) processes. Your role will involve contributing to the full concept-to-launch cycle, analyzing market data to identify opportunities, and benchmarking to maintain industry standards.
The position is based at our Derby Horticulture manufacturing site, with occasional off-site meetings with customers and suppliers. During peak seasons, additional weekend work may be required.
Responsibilities include:
* Supporting the concept-to-launch process
* Assisting the NPD Specialist and Manager in delivering the Site Product Development Plan
* Participating in customer research groups and debriefs
* Providing category analysis using trusted data sources
* Collaborating with the operations team to ensure product excellence
* Pricing products profitably and meeting margin expectations
* Preparing and presenting correctly priced samples to customers
About you
You should have a passion for floristry and design, with a creative flair to deliver market-leading products. Experience in product development, preferably within horticulture or related fields, along with strong stakeholder engagement skills, is essential. A proactive attitude and commercial awareness are also important.
We offer:
* Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays) and flexible days off for personal occasions
* Discounts in our stores and for friends and family
* Career development opportunities
* Subsidized staff canteen
* Competitive pension and life assurance
* Health and well-being benefits, including digital GP services
* Various employee discounts and family-friendly policies
Learn more about working in manufacturing at Myton Food Group here.
About us
Myton Food Group is a key part of Morrisons Supermarkets, dedicated to high-quality food manufacturing across 19 UK sites. We pride ourselves on our team spirit and partnership approach across the supply chain. Discover more about us at our website.
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