Process Development Manager

Valeo Foods; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in West Yorkshire is seeking a proactive Process Development Lead to enhance NPD and EPD delivery processes. This position involves leading cross-functional teams, managing product trials, and driving innovations in manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in FMCG, a degree in Food Science, and excellent leadership skills. Offering a salary between £40,000 and £50,000 with a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Matched pension scheme up to 10%

Death in service

Cycle to work scheme

Canteen

Retailer discount platform

Staff discount

Qualifications

• Min 5 years experience in FMCG or similar environment.
• At least 3 years of managing teams.
• Experience in coaching and developing people.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams for NPD / EPD projects.
• Coordinate product trials with clear procedures.
• Manage project activity from concept to launch.
• Build strong customer relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Influencing

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Food Science or related discipline

HACCP Level 3 qualification

Job description

Valeo Foods UK is seeking a proactive and experienced Process Development Lead to drive NPD / EPD delivery process improvements and innovation across our manufacturing site.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Innovation

Lead cross-functional teams to deliver private label and branded NPD / EPD projects on time.

Champion process control (including SPC) innovation and cost-saving initiatives.

Drive new technologies and continuous improvement across site operations.

Process Development & Trials

Coordinate and implement all product trials ensuring clear procedures and successful launches.

Manage trial documentation (shelf life micro taste panels reports batching BOMs recipe handover).

Ensure smooth factory integration of new recipes and materials with effective handover to operations.

Liaise with suppliers / procurement for trial ingredients and sample provision.

Provide accurate technical data for internal specifications and support troubleshooting on site.

Project & Customer Management

Lead project activity from concept to launch ensuring timelines and critical paths are met.

Build strong customer relationships leading pre-production meetings and launch coordination.

Communicate effectively across departments and run regular stakeholder updates.

Qualifications and knowledge

• Degree or equivalent in Food Science or related discipline or previous experience.
• Min 5 years experience in FMCG or similar environment and with at least 3 years of managing teams
• HACCP Level 3 qualification
• Project management skills

Qualities and Experience

• A strong leader / influencer of people
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Great at building relationships internally and externally
• Knowledge of effective structures and team dynamics and training and development needs
• Up to date knowledge of technical advances and the changing consumer landscape.
• Passionate about helping people to be the best they can and experience in coaching and developing people
• Diligent and attention to detail focused
• Problem solving skills
• A drive to succeed
• Organized and able to both multi-task and prioritize effectively

Additional Information

Salary is 40000- 50000 dependent on experience.

What we offer you in return

• Matched pension scheme up to 10%
• Death in service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Canteen
• Retailer discount platform
• Staff discount

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Skills

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Experience: years

Vacancy: 1