Senior NPD Technologist

TN United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior NPD Technologist to drive innovation in product development. This role involves collaborating with chefs and teams to create quality food products, managing projects from conception to launch, and engaging with customers to ensure their needs are met. You'll be part of a dynamic environment that values creativity and collaboration, with opportunities for personal development and progression. Join a company committed to excellence and enjoy a range of benefits including a competitive salary, profit sharing, and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Job stability

Competitive pay

Profit sharing

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free Parking

Discounted products

Wellbeing platform

Discounts app

Extra holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Strong passion for food and innovation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Develop new concepts and ensure products meet specifications.
• Manage development projects from customer brief to launch.

Skills

Product Development

Customer Engagement

Project Management

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Market Insight

Organizational Skills

Education

Experience in Food Industry

Job description

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Senior NPD Technologist, Kingston upon Hull

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Client:

Cranswick Country Foods PLC

Location:

Kingston upon Hull, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

7953d1592440

Job Views:

10

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior NPD Technologist (New Product Development)

Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:30

Cranswick Country Foods, Staithes Road, Preston, Hull, HU12 8TB

Main Duties Include (but not limited to):

• Product Development: Work closely with the NPD Chef and other teams to develop new concepts and ensure products meet the specifications for consumer and business needs, with a strong focus on quality and innovation
• Customer Engagement: Act as a key contact for customers, participating in presentations and responding to feedback, ensuring effective communication throughout the product development process
• Project Management: Manage development projects from customer brief to launch, ensuring all aspects are delivered on time and meet customer and business requirements
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside departments including technical, operations, and commercial teams to ensure the smooth launch of new products and compliance with company policies
• Cost Considerations: Ensure new product developments align with commercial requirements, including managing ingredient costs and publishing accurate recipes for costing and sign-off
• Market Insight: Stay informed on market trends, consumer preferences, and competitor activity, contributing to benchmarking and concept development
• Launch process custodian: Ensure meticulous adherence to the product development process, rigorously overseeing each stage's completion, accurate documentation, and effective communication with key stakeholders

What We Look For:

• A strong passion for food and innovation
• Strong communication skills and customer-facing experience
• Previous experience in a similar role within the food industry
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work cross-functionally
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What We Offer:

• Job stability at a growing and expanding company
• Excellent and competitive rates of pay
• Strong commitment to progression and personal development through department specific training matrix. This will include machine specific training and upskilling
• Profit sharing through discounted share scheme
• Hassle free auto-enrolment into company pension scheme including enhanced contribution options
• Access to the Cranswick Package which includes Cycle to Work Scheme, Free Parking, Discounted products, ‘Feed your Wellbeing’ platform, ‘Hapi’ discounts app and buying extra holiday entitlement

A full job description is available upon request.

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Closing Date: 1st November

Please note that if a suitable candidate is found, this closing date may be brought forward.

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Created on 26/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom