Are you passionate about food innovation? Ready to roll up your sleeves and bring both sweet and savoury ideas to life?
We're looking for a
Development Technologist
to join a fast-paced, cross-functional
New Product Development
team. You'll be at the heart of turning creative concepts into successful commercial products—driving quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction from day one.
* Salary: c. £42,000 (with a generous 10% pension contribution)
* Full UK driving license required
* Reporting to: NPD Manager
What You'll Be Doing:
* Leading development projects across applications from concept to launch
* Collaborating with Technical, Sales, Quality, Supply Chain & Production teams
* Following a structured stage gate process to deliver timely and accurate results
* Representing NPD at key meetings with suppliers and customers
* Supporting continuous improvement, costings, and quality assurance
What We're Looking For:
* A degree in Food Science or related field
* 4+ years' experience ideally in industrial bakery or FMCG
* Strong project management, communication & problem-solving skills
* Experience working with suppliers/customers and meeting tight deadlines
* A passion for innovation and getting things right first time
Apply now with your CV and I will reach out with more info