Job Title: Lead NPD Technologist
We are currently recruiting a Lead NPD Technologist to be based at our Hull bakery on a full-time, permanent basis.
Who are we looking for?
We seek a motivated Lead/Senior NPD Technologist aligned with one of our strategic customer accounts. The ideal candidate will have a creative flair, excellent personal skills, and a passion for NPD and bakery products. You should be a team player with superb communication skills, capable of liaising closely with customers and internal teams.
You should be a self-starter, energetic, enthusiastic about your work, and able to thrive under pressure.
Requirements include at least 3 years' experience in a food manufacturing environment, preferably bakery or similar, with a food science-related qualification preferred.
The role of a Lead NPD Technologist at BBF Limited
1. Develop new and existing products from concept to launch, ensuring commercial targets and shelf life requirements are met.
2. Collaborate with commercial controllers, marketing, suppliers, and customers.
3. Manage multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery according to critical paths, working with stakeholders internally and externally.
4. Prepare recipe information, customer documentation, and internal paperwork.
5. Create product costings for developments and modifications.
6. Organize and lead factory trials with operations, process, and technical teams.
7. Work with suppliers and procurement on raw materials and tender projects.
Who are BBF Limited?
BBF Limited is one of the UK's leading ambient cake and chilled dessert manufacturers, supplying retailer own label, licensed, and branded products across the UK and Europe. Our portfolio includes celebration cakes, mini rolls, mince pies, fruit pies, cheesecakes, crumbles, sponge cakes, cupcakes, and more.
We are passionate about our products and committed to putting the customer at the center of our work.
With recent growth and investment, employing nearly 1,400 staff, this is an exciting time to join us. We value exceptional talent across all disciplines.
What do you get in return?
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Pension scheme
* Access to Benefits Hub
* Discounted surplus food and household products via 'Company Shop'
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Well-being and meditation app access
* Personal and professional development through dedicated training and online courses
* On-site amenities including free parking, canteen, and discounted cake shop
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