Innovation and Nutrition Expert

Kellanova; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Salford is seeking an Innovation and Nutrition Expert for a 12-month maternity cover. You will lead projects that influence a diverse product portfolio and support innovation strategies. The ideal candidate has a Master's degree in nutrition and experience in the FMCG industry. This full-time role offers a flexible hybrid work model, contributing significantly to the company's nutrition roadmaps.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Support through life events

Qualifications

• Experience in the FMCG industry with a passion for food innovation.
• Skill in translating complex scientific concepts into stakeholder-friendly information.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Build and share nutrition science expertise across teams.
• Translate scientific findings into competitive solutions.
• Contribute to Front-End Innovation projects and support business development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Scientific analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's degree in nutrition or related field

Job description

As an Innovation and Nutrition Expert on a 12-month maternity cover, you’ll lead science-driven projects that influence our diverse product portfolio—from early-stage innovation to collaborating with internal teams and external partners on cutting‑edge nutrition initiatives. This full‑time role is based at our Media City office in Salford with a flexible hybrid model, including occasional travel to European locations.

You’ll work as part of a small, dynamic team reporting to the Innovation & Scientific Affairs Senior Manager, playing a key role in our European R&D hub. Your expertise will guide the delivery of our Portfolio and Nutrition roadmaps, ensuring we continue to innovate and grow. This is your opportunity to make an impact on a global brand, bringing your scientific insight to create foods that delight and nourish millions.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Empower through knowledge – Build and share nutrition science expertise to empower employees, especially our commercial teams and R&D community.
• Turn insights into action – Translate scientific findings into competitive, nutritious solutions that drive business strategy and unlock opportunities.
• Support innovation and growth – Contribute to Front‑End Innovation projects and assist in shaping the portfolio’s nutrition strategy to help drive business success.
• Collaborate externally – Work with Key Opinion Leaders, suppliers, and other stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and support business development.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• A master’s degree in nutrition, Public Health, Science, Food Science, or equivalent.
• Experience in the FMCG industry and a passion for food innovation.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently as well as
• collaboratively.
• Skill in translating complex scientific concepts into clear, stakeholder‑friendly information.
• Ability to critically analyze scientific data and draw actionable conclusions.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.

What’s Next

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back to you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

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If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page and be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best‑performing snacks‑led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world‑class brands includes Pringles, Cheez‑It, Pop‑Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best‑performing snacks‑led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.

Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close towards the end of 2025 (subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing.

You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

What does it take to be the best? Someone like you.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.