Product Development Specialist

TN United Kingdom; Long Lee; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Product Development Specialist to drive innovation in the biscuit and bakery sector. This role offers the chance to work on exciting new products, collaborating closely with various teams to ensure top-quality offerings. If you are passionate about food and have a knack for developing concepts, this opportunity could be your next big step. Join a company with a rich history and a commitment to excellence, where your ideas can make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in food product development is essential.
• Passion for food and innovation is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Support the concept to launch process focusing on initial stages.
• Collaborate with operations and technical teams to ensure quality.

Skills

Food Development Process

Relationship Building

Innovation Concepts

Commercial Judgment

Education

Degree in Food Science or related field

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26.04.2025

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10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Product Development Specialist

Our client, Grandma Wilds, is an award-winning artisan biscuit & bakery manufacturer founded in 1899. Due to continued growth, they are now looking for a Product Development Specialist to join their existing team either full or part time.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the concept to launch process - focusing on the concept stages before product sign off
• Support with innovation concepts and looking into food trends
• Supporting factory trials
• Support following and completing process documentation
• Work closely with the operations team to ensure our products are the best in class
• Work in collaboration with technical experts within the business safeguarding the quality of our ranges

First and foremost, you will have a passion for food and innovation. Knowledge of the biscuit & bakery industry is a plus but not essential. You should have experience working within the food development process. Excellent relationship-building skills are necessary to connect and collaborate with stakeholders across the business, with the ability to influence at all levels. Enthusiasm, drive, and commercial judgment are also key qualities for this role.