Product Developer - Food Manufacturing
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Aberdeen, Scotland
£36,000 per annum
Are you a creative and detail-oriented Product Developer with a passion for food and a strong background in NPD? We're working with a food manufacturer based in Aberdeen, seeking an enthusiastic and driven individual to join their Innovation team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to get involved in concept creation, customer presentations, and full product development, working closely with technical, compliance, and commercial teams.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare and manage sample submission forms and documentation using systems such as Hamilton Grant
* Collaborate with compliance to ensure sustainability data is provided for customers
* Work alongside Account Managers to deliver dedicated support to customer accounts
* Participate in brainstorming sessions and help generate blue-sky concepts and NPD ideas
* Manage product development from customer approval through to factory trials and process checks
* Organise product testing – including nutritional, shelf life, cook verification, and transit tests
What We’re Looking For:
* Degree or HND in a food science or food-related subject
* Previous experience in NPD or food product development, ideally within chilled or short shelf-life categories
* Passionate about food, highly creative, and enthusiastic about innovation
* Excellent project management and organisation skills – able to juggle multiple projects across different customers
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate across departments including production
* Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Hamilton Grant or similar systems is an advantage
Ideal For:
* An existing Product Developer or NPD Technologist ready to take the next step
* Someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys working with a wide range of products and people
* A foodie with a flair for innovation and a sharp eye for detail
Interested?
Apply now to learn more and be considered for this exciting opportunity to shape the future of innovative food products in a well-established business.