NPD Technologist

D R Newitt & Associates; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food innovation company in London is seeking an NPD Technologist to creatively develop new products from concept to launch, ensuring high standards of quality and innovation. Candidates should have experience in food development and a passion for food trends. The position offers a dynamic environment with a range of perks including private medical insurance and team pension contributions.

Benefits

40% staff discount on all products

Private medical insurance

Birthday day off

Team pension contributions

Qualifications

• Experience in food development or a professional kitchen.
• Passionate about food trends and product innovation.
• Organized and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Develop new products from idea to launch.
• Refine recipes and conduct taste tests.
• Collaborate with marketing and production teams.

Skills

Experience in a professional kitchen

Strong trend awareness and creativity

Excel skills

Team collaboration skills

Job description

Overview

I am collaborating with a bespoke, award-winning business on a brilliant NPD Technologist vacancy for their innovation team! This is a great opportunity for someone with a real passion for food and flavour to join a fast-growing business, where you will have real creative autonomy over your work.

Responsibilities

• You'll be right at the heart of the NPD team, developing standout new products from first idea to final launch. From trend-spotting and recipe creation to factory trials and packaging checks — you'll bring creativity and precision to every step of the process.
• Developing and refining recipes to wow their customers
• Turning trend research into delicious product concepts
• Working closely with production, marketing & technical teams
• Managing specs, coordinating samples, and supporting product launches
• Bringing passion and innovation to every tasting panel and trial

About You

• Experienced in a professional kitchen, bakery, or food development setting
• Obsessed with food, trends, and product perfection
• Confident scaling recipes and working cross-functionally
• Super organised with solid Excel skills and attention to detail
• A natural team player with a proactive, hands-on approach

Perks

• 40% staff discount on all products
• Private medical insurance
• Birthday day off
• Team pension contributions and more

Apply now and I will reach out with more info