Junior NPD Technologist

Stoakley-Stewart Consultants; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food development company in the UK is seeking a Food Development Technologist to lead innovative product creation and market strategies. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in product development, preferably in the bakery or snack sectors. Responsibilities include managing product formulations, conducting trials, and collaborating with various teams to ensure successful product launches. This role offers a dynamic work environment with an emphasis on quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in food product development.
• Prior exposure to bakery or snack sectors is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates closely with the Senior Development Technologist.
• Champions the development and rollout of new food products.
• Conducts plant trials, shelf-life evaluations, and consumer testing.

Skills

Food product development

Communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Food Science or Food Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

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This dynamic opportunity is designed for a passionate and forward-thinking Food Development Technologist eager to take the lead in creating and launching innovative, market-relevant products.

This is a days-based position (8am – 4:30pm) with an early finish Friday.

Position Description

With a focus on expanding market share across diverse sectors, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in bringing new ideas to life—from concept through commercialization—while optimizing existing products for improved performance and profitability.

• Collaborates closely with the Senior Development Technologist to translate client briefs into innovative recipes, benchmark studies, and taste panel insights.
• Champions the development and rollout of new food products, aligning with strategic sales and marketing objectives.
• Evaluates project feasibility, contributing to accurate costings and commercially viable proposals.
• Leads formulation design, prototype creation, and on-site scale-ups to ensure seamless product introduction.
• Partners cross-functionally with sales, operations, and supply chain to deliver successful launches of new or enhanced products.
• Advises on process equipment and plant capabilities related to development initiatives.
• Conducts plant trials, shelf-life evaluations, and consumer testing to validate product performance.
• Maintains timely updates within Salesforce and other NPD systems to ensure data integrity and project tracking.
• Manages technical documentation, recipes, and specifications, ensuring alignment with company systems and standards.
• Builds and nurtures strong customer relationships, acting as a trusted partner and innovation leader.
• Collaborates with internal teams, attends cross-functional meetings, and supports broader organizational growth initiatives.
• Upholds health, safety, and environmental policies, while adhering to all HR, operational, and travel protocols.

This role is ideal for a proactive, results-driven professional with a creative mindset and technical acumen. The ideal candidate is:

• Energetic and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• A confident communicator who can influence and collaborate effectively at all organizational levels.
• Resilient, detail-oriented, and organized—able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working autonomously and as part of a high-performing team.
• Mobile and flexible, with the ability to travel within the UK and internationally as needed.

Experience

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in food product development; prior exposure to bakery or snack sectors is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related discipline—or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills, with proven experience using appropriate communication tools.
• Solid understanding of production processes, plant equipment, food safety, GMP, and
• HACCP standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Education

Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related discipline—or equivalent industry experience.