Beverage Product Developer: From Concept to Launch

Carlsberg Britvic; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly product allowance

Private Medical options

Life Assurance

Company bonus scheme

Access to 24/7 GP services

Enhanced pension contribution

Generous holiday

High street discounts

Job summary

Carlsberg Britvic seeks a Product Development Technologist in Hemel Hempstead to deliver new liquids for the GB soft drinks portfolio from concept creation to factory implementation.

You will collaborate across Manufacturing, Marketing and Supply Chain, lead trials, manage recipes and scale-up, and maintain comprehensive technical documentation. The role requires travel to sites and international locations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related scientific discipline.
• Valid UK driving licence and own vehicle due to travel.
• Interest in beverage formulation and product innovation.
• Experience from concept to production with scale-up.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Organised and detail-oriented with multi-priority delivery.
• Data-driven decision making with technical information.
• Proficient IT skills including Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of new soft drinks from concept through to launch, including formulation, trials and testing.
• Lead on product improvements, flavour extensions and innovation projects.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing to support trials and continuous improvement.
• Work with Marketing, Supply Chain and supplier partners to bring new products to market.
• Lead scale-up and implementation of new recipes across production sites.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, including specifications and development records.
• Support assessment and management of product quality and processing risks.
• Ensure development activities comply with technical, quality and regulatory requirements.
• Keep up to date with industry trends and consumer preferences to inspire innovation.
• Continuously develop technical knowledge through experience and collaboration.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Data interpretation

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Food Science / Chemistry / Chemical Engineering or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

Carlsberg Britvic seeks a Product Development Technologist in Hemel Hempstead to deliver new liquids for the GB soft drinks portfolio from concept creation to factory implementation.

You will collaborate across Manufacturing, Marketing and Supply Chain, lead trials, manage recipes and scale-up, and maintain comprehensive technical documentation. The role requires travel to sites and international locations.