Development Technologist

drnewitt.vincere.io; Leicester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Employee discount

On-site parking

Sick pay

Job summary

drnewitt.vincere.io is seeking a creative NPD professional to join a prestigious East Midlands Food Manufacturer. You will lead formulation from concept to launch for major retailers and luxury brands, using cutting-edge processing technologies while preserving artisanal authenticity.

You will work with chefs, flavour houses, ingredient specialists, and partners. The role requires a degree in Food Science and experience from concept to commercial launch, with a strong consumer focus and

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science or equivalent required.
• Experience from concept to launch in food product development.
• Customer- and consumer-focused approach.
• Knowledge of HACCP, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Experience with sensory testing and consumer validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead formulation and development from concept to launch.
• Collaborate with chefs, flavour houses, and suppliers.
• Explore processing technologies while preserving authenticity.
• Develop shelf-life solutions without compromising sensory quality.
• Conduct sensory evaluation and consumer validation.

Skills

Food science

NPD

Sensory evaluation

Cross-functional collaboration

Process development

Education

Degree in Food Science

Tools

Pilot plant operations

Job description

We are looking for a creative NPD professional for a rare opportunity to join a prestigious, market leading Food Manufacturer based in the East Midlands.

Food Manufacturing experience from kitchen concept to launch is essential, but passion, creative flair & a positive attitude are just as important for this role.

The Role;

• Lead formulation and development of exceptional food products from concept to launch for major retailers & high-end luxury brands
• Explore cutting-edge processing technologies while preserving artisanal authenticity.
• Develop premium shelf-life solutions without compromising sensory quality.
• Conduct sensory evaluation, analytical testing, and consumer validation.
• Collaborate with chefs, flavour houses, ingredient specialists, and research partners.

What you’ll bring;

• Qualified to degree level, or equivalent, in a relevant Food Science subject.
• Product development expertise from concept creation through to commercial launch
• Customer and consumer-focused approach to commercially successful product development
• Strong knowledge of food science, ingredients, and processing technologies
• Experience developing innovative food and beverage products aligned with consumer trends
• Ability to conduct formulation, recipe development, and product optimization
• Understanding of food safety, HACCP, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
• Experience managing product trials, pilot plant runs, and scale-up activities
• Capability to troubleshoot technical and manufacturing challenges
• Knowledge of nutritional requirements, labelling, and compliance regulations
• Experience working cross-functionally with R&D, Marketing, Procurement, Operations, and Quality teams
• Data-driven decision-making using sensory, analytical, and consumer testing results
• Cost management and value engineering skills to meet commercial target
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Pay: £32-38k DOE

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate;

• East Midlands; either reliably commute or plan to relocate before start date