NPD Technologist
Location: Bristol
Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits
About the Company
Our client is an innovative and forward-thinking manufacturer supplying high-quality products to the FMCG sector, including the food and drink industries. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a passionate and creative NPD Technologist to join their team on a permanent basis.
Key Responsibilities
Support Sales and Marketing teams by developing product application solutions and samples in line with company briefs and timelines.
Engage directly with customers, promoting innovation days and attending on-site visits to showcase new concepts.
Drive continuous improvement within the technical applications function.
Assist with the implementation of product safety, quality, and legality standards.
Collaborate with Sales teams and customers to identify and develop new business opportunities.
Enter formulations and application data accurately into company systems as part of the NPD process.
Ensure full compliance with legislation on additives and flavourings, maintaining legal and safe products.
Oversee the preparation and dispatch of customer samples, ensuring suitability and high quality.
Maintain exceptional customer satisfaction, ensuring expectations are met or exceeded.
Contribute to the achievement of departmental KPIs.
Experience & Qualifications
Proven experience in product development (preferably in food or drink), including recipe formulation and product stability testing (shelf life, texture, flavour).
Demonstrable passion for the food industry, whether through professional or personal projects.
Strong understanding of market trends and product positioning.
Self-motivated, with the ability to manage projects from concept to delivery independently.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary up to £35,000 DOE
11% Pension Contribution
28 days’ holiday (including Bank Holidays) plus 3 extra days during the Christmas shutdown
Private Health Insurance
Death in Service benefit
Supportive, people-focused company culture with excellent long-term career prospects
Location
This role is commutable from Bristol, Bath, Keynsham, Clutton, Pensford, and surrounding areas.
Keywords
NPD Technologist | Development Technologist | New Product Technologist | R&D Technologist | Applications Technologist