Senior NPD Technologist

Zest; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chilled food manufacturer is seeking a Senior NPD Technologist to join their development team in Bristol. This role involves creating and launching new product concepts across chilled categories while collaborating with various teams to ensure high-quality outcomes. Candidates should have experience in chilled FMCG and a food-related degree, alongside strong problem-solving skills. A competitive salary and bonus are offered in a supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 2 years post-graduate experience in food.
• Experience in chilled FMCG.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation and delivery of new product concepts across multiple chilled categories.
• Collaborate with Process Development teams to identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Ensure accurate documentation and strong cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Hands-on Product Developer or NPD Technologist experience

Collaborative environment experience

Proactive and problem-solving mindset

Strong attention to detail

Ability to engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Education

Food-related degree or equivalent industry experience

Job description

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior NPD Technologist to join a well-established, values-led chilled food manufacturer with a strong reputation for quality, sustainability and innovation.

Reporting into the Product Development leadership team, this role will play a key part in the development and launch of new and existing products across multiple chilled categories. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you'll support the delivery of insight-led, high-quality product concepts that help shape the future of the company's product portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation and delivery of new product concepts across multiple chilled categories
• Coordinate kitchen samples, source and assess new ingredients
• Collaborate with Process Development teams to identify opportunities for process improvements
• Assist with customer engagement and presentations
• Conduct market reviews and product benchmarking to identify trends and opportunities
• Help manage project critical paths to ensure timely delivery
• Ensure accurate documentation and strong cross-functional collaboration to support innovation projects

Qualifications

• Hands-on Product Developer or NPD Technologist with experience in chilled FMCG
• Experience working in a collaborative environment across multiple projects
• Food-related degree or equivalent industry experience
• At least 2 years post-graduate experience in food
• Proactive and problem-solving mindset with strong attention to detail
• Able to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Location, culture & benefits

This company is a purpose-driven chilled food business with strong values. They offer a competitive salary with an additional bonus and other benefits. It is a role with a supportive culture and clear learning and development opportunities.

Sponsorship & eligibility

Please note: unfortunately this role does not offer sponsorship opportunities at this time, all candidates must hold right to work in the UK.

How to apply

To find out more and for a confidential conversation please contact Danielle Bailey on (phone number removed) or (url removed).

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