Entry-Level NPD Developer – Food Innovation

2 Sisters Food Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Refer a friend scheme

Health Assured Employee Assistance

Grocery Aid support services

Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50

Job summary

2 Sisters Food Group, one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, is seeking an enthusiastic NPD Developer in the Poultry Central Division. This entry-level role suits a Food Science or Nutrition graduate, or someone with up to 1 year of experience in food manufacturing, looking to build a career in New Product Development (NPD).

You'll be involved from concept to launch, supporting the NPD Manager, tasting products with chefs, meeting suppliers, and helping bring exciting new products to market

Qualifications

• A real passion for food and the food industry.
• A team player who is proactive and eager to learn.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Degree in Food Science, Nutrition or a related subject.
• Up to 1 year's experience in a food manufacturing or NPD setting.

Responsibilities

• Support NPD Managers throughout the entire product development process.
• Help prepare and complete customer documents, including market data forms and submission sheets.
• Participate in supplier visits and taste testing sessions with chefs.
• Contribute to customer meetings and eventually assist with product presentations.
• Work cross-functionally with chefs, suppliers, and technical teams.
• Learn how to bring a product to life from concept through to launch.

Skills

Food industry passion

Team player

Organisational skills

Fast-paced environment

Food Science/Nutrition degree

1 year experience

Education

Food Science/Nutrition degree

Job description

2 Sisters Food Group, one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, is seeking an enthusiastic NPD Developer in the Poultry Central Division. This entry-level role suits a Food Science or Nutrition graduate, or someone with up to 1 year of experience in food manufacturing, looking to build a career in New Product Development (NPD).

You'll be involved from concept to launch, supporting the NPD Manager, tasting products with chefs, meeting suppliers, and helping bring exciting new products to market