NPD Senior Technologist
Major Talent are partnered with the largest manufacturer of private label cakes in the UK! And we are looking to speak with candidates for an exciting opening within their NPD team
Experience within Food, FMCG or Bakery is Essential.
As an NPD Senior Technologist you will be responsible for ensuring customer critical paths for project briefs are adhered to, launching products on time. Supporting briefs with innovative ideas and trends through market data and research
Responsibilities of an NPD Senior Technologist
To manage customers accounts with NPD and EPD projects from concept to launch;
Direct contact with Key retailers, face to face and written communication.
Create and develop innovative designs, capturing new key trends designs for both NPD and EPD projects.
Work to tight deadlines in a fast pace environment ensuring that all key milestones are met.
Champion recipe creation and all documentation throughout concept to launch process- including recipes, submission forms, QAS/ CQMs, launch folders, factory paperwork.
Undertake all tasks associated with product launch- organoleptic testing, micro review.
Responsible for sourcing new ingredients, fit for purpose for the design, customer and site requirements and costs. Be the first point of contact for basic information such as specification, MOQ, lead times and price.
Attend all customer submission meetings.
Responsible for sending out kitchen samples and to meet the required ...