NPD Technologist: Lead New Food Concept Launch

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Cahir; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike to work scheme

Company events

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Job summary

ABP Food Group in Cahir, Co. Tipperary, Ireland, is seeking an NPD Technologist to develop and launch new or upgraded product concepts. You will manage projects through the development process, ensuring quality standards are met and on-time launches.

The role requires meat/food sector experience, strong communication, and cross-functional collaboration with QA, operations and commercial teams. A passion for food and proactive problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. Food Technology/Food Science/Nutritional Science/Food Innovation/Culinary Arts required.
• Passion and interest in food.
• Commercial aptitude and awareness.
• Direct meat experience would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of food/meat processing technology.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Creativity in mind, approach and method to find new opportunities.
• Ability to work on own initiative and be self organized and disciplined.
• Energetic, self-motivated and flexible.
• Proficient in MS Office and other relevant systems.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate samples, pre-production trials and first production runs.
• Influence product setup and production decisions for food safety and quality.
• Create and maintain detailed product specifications.
• Understand and own software used by customers.
• Research for innovative concepts and renovations.
• Develop ingredients and packaging, costing and validation.
• Liaise with customers to meet needs and seize opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve development issues.
• Understand market trends, end consumer expectations and regulations.
• Organise and lead Taste Panels and benchmarking.
• Work with departments and customers on research, development and launches.
• Handle customer queries and supplier issues with QA to implement corrective actions.
• Ensure all NPD procedures and documentation meet requirements.

Skills

Passion for food

Commercial awareness

Excellent communication

Creativity

Self-motivation and discipline

MS Office

Education

B.Sc. Food Technology/Food Science/Nutritional Science/Food Innovation/Culinary Arts

Tools

MS Office

Job description

ABP Food Group in Cahir, Co. Tipperary, Ireland, is seeking an NPD Technologist to develop and launch new or upgraded product concepts. You will manage projects through the development process, ensuring quality standards are met and on-time launches.

The role requires meat/food sector experience, strong communication, and cross-functional collaboration with QA, operations and commercial teams. A passion for food and proactive problem-solving are essential.