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Full-time, Permanent
We are currently recruiting an NPD Manager to be based at our Hull bakery on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a perfect opportunity for a Senior or Lead Technologist looking to take the next step in their career.
Who are we looking for?
* A motivated individual with a creative flair and passion for NPD and bakery.
* A team player with superb communication skills, capable of being the first point of contact for key customers and internal teams.
* A self-starter with energy and enthusiasm for product development, thriving under pressure.
* At least 5 years' experience within a food manufacturing business, preferably bakery, or equivalent knowledge/experience.
* Food science-related qualification preferred.
The role of a NPD Manager at BBF Limited
* Lead concept development from test bakery to full-scale factory production across all BBF sites, ensuring successful product launches.
* Source raw materials, create recipes, and coordinate factory trials with relevant teams.
* Develop commercially viable new products in collaboration with retailers.
* Manage projects to meet deadlines, ensuring communication across departments and with customers.
* Ensure adherence to PLM processes for product control and documentation.
* Manage stakeholder relationships and ensure effective communication.
* Line management, with at least one direct report.
* Serve as the primary contact for key strategic customers, including travel to sites and customer offices for submissions and visits.
Who are BBF Limited?
BBF Limited is one of the UK's leading ambient cake and chilled dessert manufacturers, supplying major retailers across the UK and Europe. We develop and produce a wide range of high-quality products, including 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 heart of everything we do.
With recent growth and investment, employing nearly 1,400 people, this is an exciting time to join BBF Limited. We foster a fun and engaging workplace with activities like Christmas fun days, pancake competitions, and charity events.
What do you get in return?
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Pension scheme
* Life Assurance/Death in Service Benefit
* Access to the Company Benefits Hub
* Discounted surplus food and household products through 'Company Shop'
* Health & Wellbeing programs including an Employee Assistance Programme and wellness app
* Personal & Professional Development opportunities with in-house training and courses
* On-site facilities including parking, canteen, and discounted cake shop
Recruitment Agencies
We operate a recruitment PSL and do not accept speculative CVs. Any agency contact outside our instructed process will not be liable for fees.
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