Within our product development function we have Development assistants who support the chef and development team. Our development assistants contribute significantly to the efficiency of our development function. In addition to the usual admin jobs and skills you will have the opportunity to get involved in product tasting, collating samples from our factories, booking couriers and liaising with he teams to ensure our customers get what they need when they need it. In an ideal world we are looking for someone with a strong interest in food. You do not need to have done any food tech type qualifications but a passion for food would be advantageous. The variety, flexibility and responsiveness required by the role will allow the apprentice to develop a wide range of skills. You will have a real job from day one and make a genuine contribution to the business. \n\nâ¢\tEssentially, the responsibilities of the role are to support and engage with specific parts of the organisation and interact with internal and/or external customers, with a focus on adding value, but the real flavour of the job will come from the team you are working with \nâ¢\tIn this role, working as an NPD Assistant, you will be working with our Development Team! \nâ¢\tYou will communicate with multiple teams across the business, support customer visits, and complete administrative tasks to support all aspects of the product development cycle. \nâ¢\tYou will be expected to undertake the role efficiently and with integrity â showing a positive attitude. The role involves demonstrating effective communication skills (both written and verbal) and adopting a proactive approach to developing skills. \nâ¢\tThe business administrator is also expected to show initiative, managing priorities and own time, problem-solving and decision-making skills. \n Weâre looking for well-organised individuals with strong communication and problem-solving skills. We really want you to have a passion for food. Youâll have excellent attention to detail, feel confident with decision-making and comfortable working collaboratively as part of a team. Patience, initiative, and a proactive attitude are also important.\u202F \n\nWith regards to requirements, you must have full right to work within the U.K., have been a U.K. resident for over the past 3-years & the age requirement is 18 \n\nFor qualifications you must hold the following: \n\nâ¢\tA minimum of five Scottish National 5 certificates including English & Maths or equivalent. \nâ¢\tMicrosoft computer skills in word, excel and PowerPoint would be advantageous \nâ¢\tAt Greencore we put our people at the core. We celebrate their differences and help everyone to be themselves at work. Together we make every day taste better.\n\nIf this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success.\n\nThroughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career.\n