Your new company A leading food manufacturing business with a strong reputation for innovation and quality. This company supplies a wide range of fresh and prepared products to major retailers across the UK and Ireland. With a collaborative culture and a focus on sustainability, they offer a dynamic environment for professionals looking to grow their careers in food development. Your new role As an NPD Technologist, you'll play a key role in developing new products from concept to launch. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams including technical, commercial, and production to ensure all new products meet customer expectations, cost targets, and food safety standards. This is a hands-on role involving recipe development, factory trials, and customer presentations. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role, you will need a degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline, along with previous experience in a similar NPD role within the food manufacturing sector. You should have a strong understanding of food trends, ingredients, and regulatory requirements in the UK and EU. Excellent communication skills, creativity, and commercial awareness are essential, as is a full UK driving licence. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for career progression and professional development. The company offers a supportive and innovative working environment, exposure to leading retailers and exciting product categories, and flexible working arrangements within a strong team culture. 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 NPDT New Product Development Food Development Product Development Benefits: £30K/£40K DOE