NPD Technologist

b3 recruitment ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent food products company is searching for an NPD Technologist to oversee New Product Development from ideation to launch. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Food Science or Bakery Technology and have a solid grasp of the NPD process. Key responsibilities include managing product trials, conducting tasting panels, and collaborating with suppliers. Offering a salary range of £30,000 - £40,000 based on experience, this position is based in the United Kingdom and is suitable for candidates in the Kent area.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of New Product Development (NPD) processes.
• Experience in a similar role as an NPD/Bakery Technologist.
• Ability to manage NPD projects from concept to launch.

Responsibilities

• Manage NPD from concept to launch through ideation and factory trials.
• Conduct internal and external tasting panels to assess product quality.
• Collaborate with suppliers and partners to meet project requirements.

Skills

Understanding of NPD process

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Food Science or Bakery Technology

Job description

NPD Technologist

The company is well-established and produces a fantastic range of high-quality products which are supplied to a variety of retailers all over the UK as well as through their own channels.

About the NPD Technologist job

The NPDTechnologistrole is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual who has recently graduated from a food science or related subject or NPD/bakery technologist experience.

Key tasks

• Manage NPD from concept to launch through ideation, leading factory trials and ensuring all products and packaging are feasible within factory capabilities aswell as keeping all supporting documentation regarding food safety logged accurately.
• Lead internal and external tasting panels to assess product quality and work with cross-functional teams to align outcomes with business and consumer expectations as well as conducting kitchen and production trials and ongoing analysis of products.
• Brief and collaborate with suppliers and partners to meet project requirements effectively, maintaining strong communication throughout development.
• Stay informed on trends, consumer behaviour, and new opportunities, while applying a foundational understanding of packaging processes, materials.

About you

• This role would be ideal for someone with a Food Science or Bakery and Patisserie Technology, or for an NPD/Bakery Technologist looking for their next career move.
• You should have a solid understanding of the New Product Development (NPD) process—gained through previous experience in a similar role and the ability to confidently step into the role.
• The ideal candidate will be highly organised and have a clear understanding of the NPD process from concept to launch. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop and progress their career in NPD.

More details

The NPD Technologist job (ref:9034) is paying£30,000 - £40,000 according to your experience.

The role is a 38-hour working week, with a midday finish on Fridays.

The successful candidate shall ideally be Kent based. The site is commutable from Tenterden, Hythe, Folkestone, Ashford, New Romney, Lydd and surrounding areas.

Alternate Job Titles - New Product Development Technologist | NPD Technician | Food Product Developer | Food Product Development | Food Science Jobs | Food NPD Jobs