New Product Development Technologist

The Dalesman Group; Bradford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dalesman Group in Bradford is seeking a New Product Development Technologist to join our team. You will work across the full product development process from concept to launch, developing seasonings, ingredients, and functional blends.

The role combines creativity with technical expertise, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance, collaborating with Commercial, Operations and customers to turn briefs into viable products.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in a technical discipline preferably food technology.
• Experience in New Product Development within the food industry is desirable.
• Full, clean driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete administrative tasks and ensure databases are maintained and updated.
• Follow policies including BRC requirements and maintain safety compliance.
• Collaborate with all departments to support the smooth running of the NPD function.
• Manage NPD projects from research, sourcing and development through to marketing and sales.
• Develop recipe blends and formulations, ensuring compliance with UK/EU legislation.
• Liaise with customers regarding samples, feedback, and problem-solving.

Skills

NPD experience

Food technology knowledge

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in food technology or equivalent

Job description

New Product Development Technologist

Location: Bradford

Salary: £27,500 per annum - £29,500 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

Holidays: 20 days + 5 Flexible Bank Holidays + 3 Bank Holidays

Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday - 8.30am to 5pm, Friday - 8.30am to 4.30pm. 30 minutes unpaid lunch.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented New Product Development Technologist to join our team at The Dalesman Group in Bradford.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for food innovation, product development, and flavour creation to contribute to the development of bespoke, high-quality seasonings, food ingredients, and functional blends. Working across the full product development process, from initial concept through to launch, you will collaborate closely with our Commercial team, customers, and Operations to turn product briefs into innovative, commercially viable solutions.

The role combines creativity with technical expertise, offering the opportunity to contribute to new product concepts, formulation development, product testing, and technical support while helping maintain the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.

Core Principles

You will be expected to contribute to our mission and vision by upholding our commitment to product quality, technical excellence, innovation, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.

Our Mission Statement

To craft bespoke, high-quality seasonings, food ingredients, and functional blends that inspire taste and innovation across the food industry. We are committed to providing expert technical support and ensuring consistency, safety, and traceability throughout our production process to exceed customer expectations.

Our Vision

To be the premier partner in flavour innovation, leading the food industry with sustainable practices, cutting-edge solutions, and exceptional customer service.

Main Responsibilities

General

• Complete administrative tasks and ensure company databases are maintained and updated accurately.
• Follow company policies and procedures, including maintaining a strong working knowledge of BRC requirements.
• Collaborate with all departments to support the smooth running of the NPD function.
• Manage competing priorities, multitask effectively, and meet deadlines.

Product Design and Development

• Manage assigned NPD projects from research, sourcing, and development through to marketing and sales.
• Work closely with customers to understand and fulfil product briefs.
• Develop recipe blends and formulations, ensuring additives and preservatives comply with applicable UK and EU legislation.
• Support raw material sourcing, data handling, application development, process technology, and product costing.
• Maintain relevant NPD documentation and KPI records.
• Liaise with customers regarding samples, complaints, returns, and problem-solving.
• Create recipe application guides and prepare, organise, and distribute customer samples.
• Prepare finished product samples, including handling meat proteins, for internal and external taste panels.
• Support concept and innovation development, market and trend reviews, benchmarking, and product matching.
• Communicate NPD project progress and provide technical and development support to Production, Sales, representatives, and customers.
• Assist with technical reports, exhibition organisation, and keeping up to date with food legislation and process technology.
• Maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of development kitchen equipment.

BRC Compliance and Risk Management

• Complete the paperwork and records required to maintain the BRC quality management system.
• Support the NPD Manager in implementing procedures relating to the BRC Quality Manual and product design and development.
• Follow the company Health & Safety Policy and promote a strong safety culture.
• Support HACCP/TACCP/VACCP, Allergen, CIN Review, Supplier Approval, and Product Review teams as required.

Experience Required:

• Degree level qualification (or equivalent) and / or relevant experience in a technical discipline preferably in food technology or development
• Full, clean driving licence preferred.
• Experience in Food NPD