To work cross functionally with project managing the NPD process to deliver EPD and NPD to exceed both internal customers and external customers expectation. Interface with customers (internal & external) to take products through concept to launch ensuring compliance with policies and procedures throughout stage gate process. What you will contribute * Maintain the NPD process and documentation for both brand and non brand. Lead and support all projects * Support the team – be a true foody – aware of trends from insight and competitors and be commercially aware around influences in market beyond just the bakery category * Carryout concept development for both EPD and true NPD projects – support the longer term innovation pipeline programme * Nurture strong customer relationships understanding the end user/consumer to ensure pro-active NPD/EPD programmes to deliver the Channel & Customer Strategy – visit customers as required * Work closely with the costing process to ensure new products meet both customer and internal targets * Work alongside strategic supplier’s resources to support NPD projects and act as specialist knowledge resource to support the team * Lead and Manage product trials * Follow the Product Development procedure and remain compliant with both BRC and Customer specific policies at all times – work closely with Technical colleagues around allergens/HACCP ...