We're looking for a Food Product Developer to support all product development activities within our chilled range categories. You will ensure the timely and complete execution of Existing Product Development (EPD) and New Product Development (NPD) processes.
You’ll be involved in the full Concept to Launch process, analysing category data to identify opportunities for Morrisons, and staying updated on market trends to keep Morrisons products competitive. Regular benchmarking sessions will be part of your role to ensure targets are met. The role is primarily based at Greenside manufacturing site, with occasional meetings at Morrisons Head Office in Bradford, site visits, and possible weekend work during peak seasons.
Responsibilities include:
1. Supporting the concept to launch process
2. Assisting the NPD Specialist and Manager in delivering the Site Product Development Plan
3. Participating in customer research listening groups and debriefs
4. Providing category analysis based on trusted data sources
5. Collaborating with the operations team to ensure chilled products are best in class
6. Working with technical experts to maintain product quality for Morrisons customers
7. Pricing products profitably and ensuring margin expectations are met
8. Preparing and pricing samples for customer presentations in a timely manner
About you
You should have a passion for food, an eye for detail, and ideally some knowledge of the chilled market and food development processes. Excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to influence stakeholders are essential. Enthusiasm, drive, and commercial judgment are also key qualities.
In return, we offer:
* Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays) and flexible days off for personal or religious occasions
* 15% staff discount in our supermarkets and convenience stores
* Additional 10% discount for friends and family
* Career development opportunities
* Subsidised staff canteen
* Competitive pension and life assurance
* Healthcare and well-being benefits including Aviva Digital GP
* Morrisons MyPerks discounts at various retailers
* Optional payroll charity donations
* Family-friendly policies including extended maternity and adoption leave, neonatal and fertility leave
Find out more about working in Manufacturing at Myton Food Group here.
About us
Myton Food Group is part of our business that handles manufacturing while maintaining strong ties with Morrisons Supermarkets.
We are proud to be British farming’s largest single direct customer, sourcing from valued suppliers. We operate 19 manufacturing sites across the UK, producing a range of food products including meats, fish, pies, fruits, vegetables, flowers, and bread.
We excel in food manufacturing and pride ourselves on teamwork and partnership across the supply chain. Learn more about us at our Myton Food Group website.
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