NPD Coordinator

JR United Kingdom; Acton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer is seeking an experienced NPD Coordinator to support the development of innovative food concepts. This position requires strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a passion for food. The successful candidate will manage customer samples, assist with new product costings, and support the NPD team with various initiatives. The role offers competitive benefits including an annual bonus and a commitment to sustainability.

Benefits

Opportunity to grow your career

Brilliant support services for wellbeing

Annual discretionary bonus

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Group Personal Pension

Private Medical Cash Plan

50% off your food

Access to retail, cinema & gym discounts

Annual Awards ceremony

Qualifications

• 1+ year previous experience in a similar NPD or food manufacturing role is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the organisation and distribution of customer samples.
• Complete new product costings as requested by the NPD Manager.
• Maintain and update the NPD product platform.
• Assist in preparing presentations for internal and customer use.
• Contribute to the creation of new outer case boxes.
• Manage and complete artwork approvals.
• Develop supporting documents for project handovers.
• Help organise NPD photoshoots and events.
• Participate in taste panels and product tastings.
• Order equipment required for NPD activities.
• Provide general support to the NPD team.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Passion for food and innovation

Job description

NPD Coordinator NPD - Taiko Acton Contract: Full Time
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
Contracted Hours: 40

Established in 1997 as the first manufacturer of sushi for the UK supermarket industry, Taiko has evolved into the most innovative manufacturer of Sushi, Food To Go, Prepared Meals and Snacking products in the UK, supplying Waitrose, Tesco and Sainsbury’s to name a few. Over the past 25 years Taiko has launched more first to market Sushi and Food to Go products than any other sushi manufacturer in the UK.

We are now looking for a proactive and organised NPD Coordinator to join our dynamic team and support the development of new and exciting food concepts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the organisation, preparation, and distribution of customer samples.
• Complete new product costings as requested by the NPD Manager.
• Maintain and update the NPD product platform and product information at recipe level.
• Assist in preparing presentations and submission forms for internal and customer use.
• Contribute to the creation of new outer case boxes and label cutter guides.
• Manage and complete artwork approvals in collaboration with relevant teams.
• Develop supporting documents for project handovers (e.g., HACCP forms).
• Help organise NPD photoshoots and events.
• Participate in taste panels and product tastings to support development.
• Order equipment required for NPD activities.
• Provide general support to the NPD team and contribute to wider company initiatives.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Passion for food and innovation
• 1+ year previous experience in a similar NPD or food manufacturing role is a plus

We're proud to offer:

• Opportunity to grow your career alongside with us with available apprentice program
• Brilliant support services designed to enhance your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
• Annual discretionary bonus subject to business and overall performance
• Discretionary Life Assurance
• Discretionary Income Protection
• Group Personal Pension
• Private Medical Cash Plan
• Bespoke reward platform including access to retail, cinema & gym discounts.
• 50% off your food every time you dine with us for you and 3 friends.
• Contribute towards our award-winning sustainability initiatives that delivers progress against 9 UN sustainability goals. We're committed to responsibly sourcing and all our seafood, therefore we only use source sustainable fish. All our packaging is recyclable and 80% of our packaging is already made from recycled plastic.
• Annual Awards ceremony celebrating our success and offering winning Managers free trips to Japan.

About us:

Come roll with us and be part of something big. Celebrate global success across:

• Over 1500 retail kiosks globally (YO!, Panku, Mai Taiko Snowfox & Bento)
• Our Taiko manufacturing and distribution centre
• 63 YO! restaurants
• 50 major retail partners
• 3700 locations gl