NPD Process Technologist

Morrisons; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized food manufacturing company in Wakefield is seeking a dedicated individual for product development within their chilled range. The role involves overseeing processes from concept to launch, analyzing market data, and collaborating with various teams to ensure product quality and pricing. Candidates should have a passion for food, detail orientation, and preferably experience in food development and the bakery market. Attractive benefits and opportunities for career progression are provided.

Benefits

Six weeks holiday plus a personalized day off

15% discount in supermarkets

Opportunities for career progression

Subsidized staff canteen

Competitive pension and life assurance

Healthcare and well-being benefits

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience in food development preferred.
• Knowledge of the bakery market is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the concept to launch process.
• Assist in delivering the Site Product Development Plan.
• Participate in customer research listening groups.
• Provide concise category analysis.
• Collaborate with the operations team.
• Work with technical experts on product quality.
• Ensure products meet margin expectations.
• Prepare and price products for presentations.

Skills

Passion for food

Detail-oriented

Relationship-building skills

Ability to influence stakeholders

Commercial judgment

Job description

We're seeking a dedicated individual to support all product development activities across various categories of our chilled range. The successful candidate will oversee the end-to-end processes of Existing Product Development (EPD) and New Product Development (NPD), ensuring timely and complete delivery.

You'll be involved in the full Concept to Launch process, analyzing category data to identify opportunities for Myton Food Group and staying updated on market trends to ensure Morrisons products remain best in class. Regular benchmarking sessions will be part of your role to ensure targets are met. The position is primarily based at our Wakefield (Bakery) manufacturing site, with occasional meetings at the Myton Head Office in Bradford and site visits to other locations and suppliers. Some weekend work during peak seasons may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the concept to launch process
• Assist the NPD Specialist and Manager in delivering the Site Product Development Plan
• Participate in customer research listening groups and debriefs
• Provide concise category analysis using trusted data sources
• Collaborate with the operations team to ensure bakery products are industry-leading
• Work with technical experts to ensure product quality for all customers
• Ensure products are profitably priced and meet margin expectations
• Prepare and price products and samples accurately and promptly for customer presentations

About You

You should have a passion for food, with a keen eye for detail. Knowledge of the bakery market and experience in food development are preferred. Strong relationship-building skills, the ability to influence stakeholders, enthusiasm, and commercial judgment are essential for success in this role.

What We Offer

• Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays) plus a personalized day off for special occasions
• 15% discount in our supermarkets and convenience stores from day one
• Additional 10% discount card for friends and family
• Opportunities for career progression and development
• Subsidized staff canteen
• Competitive pension and life assurance
• Healthcare and well-being benefits, including Aviva Digital GP
• Morrisons MyPerks discounts at various retailers
• Optional payroll charity donations
• Family-friendly policies, including extended maternity and adoption leave, neonatal and fertility leave

Learn more about working in Manufacturing at Myton Food Group here.

About Us

Myton Food Group warmly welcomes you. We focus on manufacturing while maintaining strong ties to Morrisons Supermarkets.

We are proud of our legacy as British farming’s largest single direct customer, sourcing from valued suppliers and committed to high-quality food. With 19 UK manufacturing sites, we produce a wide range of products including meats, fish, pies, produce, flowers, bread, and more.

Our strength lies in teamwork and partnership across the supply chain. Discover more about us at our website.