NPD Technologist

Alexander Steele Recruitment; Lanchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A food manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Senior NPD Technologist to join their Technical team. The role involves leading NPD projects, creating product samples, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a background in NPD with a strong focus on innovation. This position offers an annual salary of £37,000 and 33 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Annual Salary of £37,000

33 Days Annual Leave

Pension: 3% employer / 5% employee

Qualifications

• Experience in leading NPD and EPD projects.
• Ability to create and develop product samples.
• Familiarity with food trends and innovations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support NPD and EPD projects from concept to launch.
• Work cross-functionally with Technical, Production, and Commercial teams.
• Manage and maintain accurate development documentation.

Skills

NPD project management

Product innovation

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation management

Trend analysis

Job description

Alexander Steele are working with an established multi-site ambient food manufacturer in Durham who are looking to recruit a Senior NPD Technologist to join their Technical team.

This is a great opportunity for an NPD professional looking to work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, with a strong team structure and a real focus on product innovation.

Responsibilities:

• Leading and supporting NPD and EPD projects from concept through to launch.
• Creating and developing product samples for customer presentations and internal approval.
• Working cross-functionally with Technical, Production, and Commercial teams to ensure feasibility and alignment.
• Supporting factory trials, scale-up, and process validation activities.
• Managing and maintaining accurate development documentation, including trial reports and specifications.
• Staying up to date with food trends, competitor activity, and new ingredient opportunities.

On Offer:

• Annual Salary of £37,000
• 33 Days Annual Leave (including bank holidays)
• Monday to Friday – Office Hours
• Pension: 3% employer / 5% employee

If this role sounds of interest or you have any further questions, then please apply with your most up-to-date CV and I will be in touch.