Salary: £40,000 - 80,000 per year Requirements: BSC/MSc in Food Science, Food Chemistry or related field Minimum of 2 years experience in end-to-end product development from idea to implementation Good understanding of ingredient functionality including vitamins, minerals, flavours, colours, covering additives, and sweeteners Experience in the development and manufacture of premixes, nutritional products, RTD beverages, and beverage concentrates Proven ability to lead and project manage all technical aspects of a project from scope through to implementation Passion for sustainability and food innovation with a focus on continuous improvement Responsibilities: Complete customer product development & internal led innovation projects as assigned. Continuously build expertise on functional ingredients and nutrients. Communicate professionally and effectively with customers to ensure robust scoping of all projects. Provide formulation and nutrition support to all sections of the business and customers. Ensure accurate scoping process for customer requirements and project approval. Design product development solutions that meet customer requirements including organoleptic, quality, legal & regulatory, stability and cost. Develop product formulations based on customer ideas for various product types. Conduct sensory assessments prior to customer submissions. Advise on the role of packaging in product shelf life and methodology for validation. Assist in training for sales representatives and customers. Work with procurement and quality teams to identify and onboard raw material suppliers. Lead trials at internal and external manufacturing facilities. Support first productions to address any product issues effectively. Provide technical inputs for supplier raw material approval. Technologies: Support Network More: We are Prinova, a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions, trusted by renowned food, beverage, and nutrition brands. As part of the NAGASE Group, we offer a collaborative environment focused on innovation and excellence. Our team is dedicated to personal growth through training and development, with benefits including a health cash plan, subsidized gym membership, and a discretionary bonus. Located in Aylesford, Kent, we aim to provide direction, opportunity, and a sense of belonging for our team members. last updated 4 week of 2026