Senior Development Technologist

Zest Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food innovation firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Development Technologist to craft exceptional products and contribute to new product launches. This hands-on role requires a minimum of 2 years experience in food NPD and a full UK driving licence. Join a collaborative team that values innovation and enjoy a competitive salary of approximately £40,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in NPD in food manufacturing.
• Experience working directly with customers is an advantage.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Blend creativity with commercial awareness in product development.
• Contribute to creating market-ready products.
• Work within a collaborative team to launch new products.

Skills

Creativity

Commercial awareness

Food development

Job description

A skilled food development expert with a passion for crafting exceptional products and transforming ideas into high‑quality, commercially successful innovations will find an exclusive opportunity with our client in Buckinghamshire. They are seeking a Senior Development Technologist to join their team and contribute to the creation of standout, market‑ready products.

This is a hands‑on role for an experienced NPD professional within food manufacturing – someone who can blend creativity with commercial awareness in a fast‑paced production environment. You will need a minimum of 2 years experience in NPD in food manufacturing. Experience working directly with customers would be a significant advantage, as you’ll contribute to shaping standout products tailored to their needs. A full UK driving licence is essential.

As part of this progressive and highly collaborative business, you’ll join a close‑knit team where your insight, vision and technical expertise will have genuine impact. With a competitive salary of circa £40,000, this is a rare chance to elevate your career and play a key role in delivering exceptional new product launches.

If you’re ready to advance your career with a company that values innovation and excellence, contact Nicola on 01780 483 999 for a confidential discussion or email your updated CV to [e-mail].