Job Description We are looking for a Senior Product Developer to join us on a 9 month FTC to support the NPD EPD activity across a portfolio of private label accounts, B2B and food service along with developing products from concept to customer sign off working in a cross functional manner internally and externally. Manage private label accounts to deliver new product launches and key customer initiatives Build strong working relationships and rapport with key customer contacts Take the lead on R&D customer visits by coordinating and collaborating across the business to ensure a successful outcome Support on creating effective customer quality plans Attend stage/gate meeting and manage projects ensuring there are structured project plans in place Coordinate project handover to the Process Development Manager and Operations team, ensuring successful factory implementation to meet customers’ expectations. Factory and trial support required as necessary Responsible for project meetings as required, working closely with Grocery Controllers and National Account Managers. Effective management of the front end critical path to land projects on time, in full Timely stakeholder engagement to provide project updates and plan remedial action/contingencies as necessary Actively engage with external stakeholders and across the industry to explore opportunities for innovation Explore new processes, products, ingredients and packaging formats to share opportunities for improvement and advancement to the business Proactive development of products in response to market trends and benchmarking Drive innovation which is cost effective and identify opportunities within the team to further increase efficiency and reduce costs