Job Description
Job Title: NPD Technologist – Sports Nutrition (Dry Powder Ingredients)
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you a passionate and innovative NPD Technologist looking to make your mark in the sports nutrition industry? Join our fast-growing ingredients business, specialising in dry powder formulations for the sports and active lifestyle sector.
About the Role:
As an NPD Technologist, you’ll be at the forefront of product development, driving innovation and overseeing the creation of high-performance nutritional powders. You will play a key role in formulating new products, improving existing lines, and ensuring all developments meet technical, nutritional, and commercial standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and launch new dry powder formulations for sports nutrition products
* Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to source and trial new ingredients
* Conduct bench trials, scale-up production, and support factory trials
* Ensure all products meet regulatory, safety, and nutritional guidelines
* Maintain accurate formulation, costing, and technical documentation
* Monitor trends and competitor activity to inform innovation pipeline
Requirements:
* Degree in Food Science, Nutrition, or a related field
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in NPD within food, ingredients, or sports nutrition
* Strong understanding of functional ingredients, flavour systems, and nutritional legislation
* Hands-on formulation experience, particularly with dry powders
* Excellent project management and communication skills
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary (£40,000–£50,000)
* Dynamic and entrepreneurial working environment
* Opportunity to work on cutting-edge sports nutrition innovation
* Career progression in a rapidly growing business