NPD Food Innovator: From Idea to Shelf Launch

Perform Recruitment; Cavan; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Perform Recruitment is recruiting for a well-established food manufacturing business in Co. Cavan.

They are expanding their New Product Development team and seek a talented Product Development Technologist to lead idea-to-launch initiatives. You'll work hands-on across formulation, recipe development, specifications, and ingredient sourcing, coordinating closely with Production and Technical teams to deliver successful launches and ongoing menu evolution.

Qualifications

• Degree or hands-on industry experience in NPD or product development in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to recipe and spec work.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with internal teams and customers.

Responsibilities

• Develop new products from initial idea through to launch, shaping new products.
• Build and update recipes, specifications, and product documentation.
• Contribute to customer briefs, tastings, and product presentations.
• Source and evaluate new ingredients and raw materials.
• Own individual NPD projects and keep them on track against timelines.
• Coordinate with Production and Technical to ensure on-time launches.
• Support ongoing improvements and redevelopment of existing product range.
• Monitor food trends and customer requirements to identify opportunities.

Skills

NPD

Food product development

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Food Science/Technology or related discipline

Job description

Perform Recruitment is recruiting for a well-established food manufacturing business in Co. Cavan.

They are expanding their New Product Development team and seek a talented Product Development Technologist to lead idea-to-launch initiatives. You'll work hands-on across formulation, recipe development, specifications, and ingredient sourcing, coordinating closely with Production and Technical teams to deliver successful launches and ongoing menu evolution.