NPD Techologist

JR United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food innovation company is seeking an NPD Technologist to transform product ideas into reality. The role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality products for renowned UK retailers. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience in food development and a proactive attitude towards problem-solving and innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience in food product development — ideally 12–18 months, including placements or internships.
• Basic knowledge of HACCP or food safety standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supporting NPD projects across a wide product range.
• Coordinating and reporting on factory trials.
• Managing documentation and quality checks during development.

Skills

Innovation

Problem-solving

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Relevant degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field

Job description

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Do you have a passion for food development and love seeing ideas come to life on supermarket shelves? Join a growing team at the forefront of food innovation, where every day brings something new — and your contribution will help shape the future of fresh food.

The Advocate Group is proud to be partnering with a market-leading, fast-growing food business in the search for an NPD Technologist.

As NPD Technologist, you’ll play a vital hands-on role in turning product concepts into reality. Working closely with NPD Managers, technical teams, and production, you’ll help deliver exciting, high-quality food products for some of the UK’s best-known retailers — from premium brands to major discounters.

You’ll be involved in:

• Supporting NPD projects across a wide product range
• Coordinating and reporting on factory trials
• Contributing to product improvements and solving development issues
• Assisting with technical readiness and production handover
• Managing documentation and quality checks during development
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including production, technical, food safety, and commercial

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in food product development — ideally 12–18 months, including placements or internships
• A relevant degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field
• A strong interest in innovation, problem-solving, and fast-paced environments
• Good communication skills and the confidence to work cross-functionally
• Flexibility, adaptability, and a proactive mindset
• Basic knowledge of HACCP or food safety standards is a plus

Interested?

Apply now or get in touch with Ciara at The Advocate Group for more details.

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