NPD Technologist

Zest; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Bristol is seeking a proactive NPD Technologist to support product development from concept through to launch. The successful candidate will manage multiple projects, source ingredients, and ensure successful product launches in a collaborative team environment. Strong communication skills are essential for working cross-functionally. This role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to exciting new bakery innovations.

Qualifications

• Experience in product development and managing multiple projects.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with different teams.
• Understanding of ingredient sourcing and nutritional testing.

Responsibilities

• Support product development from concept through to launch.
• Source ingredients and packaging while considering costs.
• Complete nutritional and shelf-life testing.

Skills

Strong communication

Project management

Collaboration

Tools

Nutricalc

Job description

Zest is exclusively recruiting for a long-established, award-winning food manufacturer seeking a proactive NPD Technologist to support product development from concept through to launch. This is a great opportunity to join a friendly, collaborative team and work on exciting new bakery innovations for great national accounts.

You will source ingredients and packaging, taking into account cost and minimum order quantities, while also completing nutritional and shelf-life testing, including Nutricalc. The role includes setting up new recipes, creating work instructions and preparing packaging details to support successful product launches. Strong communication is essential, as you will collaborate cross-functionally with Technical, Production, Marketing, and engage with customers. You will also support audits, customer visits and various technical projects as needed.

This opportunity will suit an NPD Technologist who wants to get stuck in and feels confident managing multiple projects while working to tight deadlines.

If you're seeking a new opportunity in the new year and have the right experience, contact us today for a confidential conversation with Danielle Bailey.

Please note: This position is not able to sponsor at this time.

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