Baked Goods Innovation Lead (R&D)

KP Snacks; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snack manufacturer in Northallerton seeks a Baked Product Development Manager to drive innovation in baked snacks. You will leverage your FMCG baked expertise and lead cross-functional projects from concept to commercialization. Responsibilities include overseeing trials, ensuring quality standards, and collaborating across teams. The ideal candidate holds a relevant STEM degree and has a record of successful project delivery. Commendable benefits, including a car allowance and healthcare support, are included.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

£6000 car cash allowance

Comprehensive healthcare support

KP Pension Plan

25 days holiday plus options

KP4ME online platform for benefits

Qualifications

• Several years experience in developing baked goods with strong understanding of ingredients, processes, and functionality.
• Confident designing and running experiments, analysing data, and writing reports.
• Proven track record of managing and delivering projects in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects with technical excellence and agility.
• Ensure product designs are factory-ready.
• Collaborate across KP and the wider Intersnack network.
• Contribute to the Baked Community of Practice.
• Nurture R&D talent across the organisation.

Skills

FMCG Baked expertise

Strong technical skills

Project delivery in FMCG

Leadership/collaborative mindset

Education

Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or STEM discipline

Job description

A leading snack manufacturer in Northallerton seeks a Baked Product Development Manager to drive innovation in baked snacks. You will leverage your FMCG baked expertise and lead cross-functional projects from concept to commercialization. Responsibilities include overseeing trials, ensuring quality standards, and collaborating across teams. The ideal candidate holds a relevant STEM degree and has a record of successful project delivery. Commendable benefits, including a car allowance and healthcare support, are included.