Product Development Technologist

TN United Kingdom; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food manufacturing is seeking a Product Development Technologist in Bradford. The role involves preparing and documenting product samples, ensuring compliance with customer standards, and supporting production trials. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Food Science and relevant experience in product development.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave plus Birthday Off

14.5% Pension (5% employee / 9.5% employer)

Hybrid & Flexible Working

Buy additional holiday days

Family-friendly and Carers policies

Critical Illness Cover

Learning & Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Over 1 year of product development experience in a food/drink manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare kitchen samples according to PD procedures.
• Ensure samples meet customer codes of practice.
• Maintain documentation and IT records of PD activities.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Presentation Skills

Passion for Food and Drink

Education

Degree in Food Science or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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Product Development Technologist, Bradford

Client: Princes Limited

Location: Bradford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 8e156c569192

Job Views: 3

Posted: 23.05.2025

Expiry Date: 07.07.2025

Job Description

The Princes Group, with over 7,000 employees across the UK, Netherlands, Italy, Poland, France, and Mauritius, manufactures responsibly sourced food and drink products enjoyed daily by consumers. We aim to be an employer of choice, fostering pride among our colleagues.

Role Overview: To make, document, and send product samples to customers following internal PD procedures and customer codes of practice. Support the PD manager in preparing and presenting samples to internal and external customers. Ensure smooth operation of PD areas, maintaining high GMP and hygienic standards.

Dimensions

• Supporting PD for specific business areas (Category, Group of categories, Site)
• Launching approximately [number] PD products annually for Princes’ portfolio
• External contacts: Customers & Suppliers
• Internal contacts: Sales, Brand Marketing, Technical, Procurement, Project Management, Operations

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare kitchen samples according to PD procedures
• Ensure samples meet customer codes of practice
• Send samples and relevant trials for internal and external signoff promptly and organized
• Maintain documentation and IT records of PD activities
• Participate in meetings related to PD projects, feasibility, and challenges
• Coordinate with Procurement for raw materials and ingredients
• Assist in presentations and other PD activities as needed
• Support production trials, especially for new product designs and concepts

Role Requirements

• Degree in Food Science or related field, or equivalent experience
• Over 1 year of product development experience in a food/drink manufacturing environment
• Passion for food, drink, trends, and consumer preferences
• Proven leadership and people management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Benefits

• 25 Days Annual Leave plus Birthday Off
• 14.5% Pension (5% employee / 9.5% employer)
• Hybrid & Flexible Working (4 days in-office, 1 day WFH)
• Buy additional holiday days
• Family-friendly and Carers policies
• Critical Illness Cover
• Learning & Development Opportunities

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