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Product Development Technologist, Bradford
Client: Princes Limited
Location: Bradford, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 8e156c569192
Job Views: 3
Posted: 23.05.2025
Expiry Date: 07.07.2025
Job Description
The Princes Group, with over 7,000 employees across the UK, Netherlands, Italy, Poland, France, and Mauritius, manufactures responsibly sourced food and drink products enjoyed daily by consumers. We aim to be an employer of choice, fostering pride among our colleagues.
Role Overview: To make, document, and send product samples to customers following internal PD procedures and customer codes of practice. Support the PD manager in preparing and presenting samples to internal and external customers. Ensure smooth operation of PD areas, maintaining high GMP and hygienic standards.
Dimensions
* Supporting PD for specific business areas (Category, Group of categories, Site)
* Launching approximately [number] PD products annually for Princes’ portfolio
* External contacts: Customers & Suppliers
* Internal contacts: Sales, Brand Marketing, Technical, Procurement, Project Management, Operations
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare kitchen samples according to PD procedures
* Ensure samples meet customer codes of practice
* Send samples and relevant trials for internal and external signoff promptly and organized
* Maintain documentation and IT records of PD activities
* Participate in meetings related to PD projects, feasibility, and challenges
* Coordinate with Procurement for raw materials and ingredients
* Assist in presentations and other PD activities as needed
* Support production trials, especially for new product designs and concepts
Role Requirements
* Degree in Food Science or related field, or equivalent experience
* Over 1 year of product development experience in a food/drink manufacturing environment
* Passion for food, drink, trends, and consumer preferences
* Proven leadership and people management skills
* Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills
* Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Benefits
* 25 Days Annual Leave plus Birthday Off
* 14.5% Pension (5% employee / 9.5% employer)
* Hybrid & Flexible Working (4 days in-office, 1 day WFH)
* Buy additional holiday days
* Family-friendly and Carers policies
* Critical Illness Cover
* Learning & Development Opportunities
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