Senior NPD Technologist

Protea Recruitment Ltd; Winchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the UK is looking for a Senior NPD Technologist to enhance their team. This pivotal role involves developing innovative products from concept through launch, requiring strong collaboration with various departments and a background in food development. A supportive culture focused on sustainability and improvement is central to this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Background in food development – chilled, frozen or dairy preferred.
• Passionate about sustainability, innovation and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support NPD/EPD projects across the full development lifecycle.
• Develop, trial, and optimise recipes and processes.
• Conduct product testing and support factory trials.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communicator

Team player

Organised

Job description

Senior NPD Technologist – Food Manufacturing

Location:Winchester

We’re supporting an innovative and purpose-driven food manufacturer in their search for an NPDTechnologist to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a hands-on role in developing and improving products from concept through to launch, working closely with cross-functional teams including Technical, Supply Chain, Marketing and Production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support NPD/EPD projects across the full development lifecycle
• Develop, trial, and optimise recipes and processes
• Source ingredients and manage technical data (costs, specs, nutritional info)
• Conduct product testing
• Maintain accurate documentation and project timelines
• Support factory trials and scale-ups

What We’re Looking For:

• Background in food development – chilled, frozen or dairy preferred
• Detail-oriented, organised and able to juggle multiple projects
• Strong communicator and team player with a collaborative mindset
• Passionate about sustainability, innovation and continuous improvement

The Culture:

This is a values-led business where servant leadership, teamwork, and purpose are central. They’re looking for someone who leads with humility, communicates openly, and thrives in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.