Job Advert Product Developer We have a very exciting opportunity for an experienced Product Developer to join The Compleat Food Group and support development for some of Britain’s best known food brands, including Squeaky Bean and Vadasz! About The Compleat Food Group At The Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission to create Food to Feel Good - great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat. We’re home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, including Wall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, and Harvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, we’re a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice. With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better. Location: We are flexible for this role to be based from any of our sites, including Nottingham, Market Drayton, Crewe, Thorne, Barnsley and Clitheroe. Hours: Monday – Thursday, 8:30 - 17:00, Friday, 8:30 - 16:00. Salary: Up to £40,000 DOE Purpose: To develop new and adapt existing products to meet branded briefs which deliver commercial targets and are successfully scaled up to production. Your Duties Will Include: * Supporting the delivery of the innovation agenda- building the pipelines of ideas, supporting scoping new projects and actively participating in internal and external innovation sessions. * Developing products on time and to budget. * First point of contact for customers for development and building positive pro-active relationships * Working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure feasibility of products that are developed in line with company and customer strategy * Leading product presentations in feasibility meetings * Actively working with teams to solve issues and ensure concepts can be made to scale and meet sustainability criteria. * Ensure product recipes meet appropriate food quality standards alongside commercial targets and within brand standards. * Ensure benchmarking is carried out accurately and comprehensively at internal and external presentations. * Actively demonstrate passion for food and a good understanding of market and food trends Experience and Skills: * Product development experience in a manufacturing or retailer environment * Customer facing experience * Food Based Degree (desirable) * Passion for food * Excellent Communication Skills * Strong planning, organisation and project management skills. * Good analytic and numeracy skills * Attention to detail and Presentation skills * Microsoft Office skills - Excel, Word, PowerPoint * Driving licence due to occasional travel across the UK Why Join Us? At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth: Financial & Lifestyle Benefits * Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension * 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra * Holiday Discounts via our online retail platform * Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store * Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand * EV charging points - available at selected sites Health & Wellbeing * 24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical support * Physical Wellbeing Hub - free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts * Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes * Online wellbeing support - from mindfulness to lifestyle resources * Financial wellbeing tools - including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid Career Growth & Development * Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS) * Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role * Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations * Company Mentoring Scheme to add depth and really support your career journey * Recognition through Club Compleat rewards Community & Culture * 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you * Charity initiatives and fundraising events * Team socials to connect and celebrate together * Employee networks & support groups - including Women @ Compleat * New baby gift for new parents The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace. We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed. Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process. Recruitment Agencies: We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.