NPD Technologist - food manufacturing

This manufacturer is part of a national business and supplies products to the foodservice sector plus further food manufacturing throughout the UK. The business is passionate about innovation and has driven the development of this exciting niche market into a fast-growing new sector for the food industry.

About the NPD Technologist job

The purpose of your role will be to Report to the NPD Manager and support in the creation and development of products through the NPD process, from concept through to launch.

Key tasks

• Manage NPD projects from concept to launch, including planning, conducting, and reporting on trials, and overseeing preproduction and production launches.
• Serve as the primary customer contact during development, coordinating samples, delivering presentations, and ensuring excellent customer care.
• Complete initial product costings and collaborate with suppliers to support development efforts.
• Conduct competitor and market reviews to inform development strategies and maintain a competitive edge.

About You

• Hold a degree in food science or a related field, ideally with a years relevant NPD experience in the food manufacturing sector, possibly as a placement.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills (written and verbal), and proficient PC skills.
• Passionate about food and trends, with the motivation to excel in a dynamic environment.

More details

The NPD Technologist job (ref:8908) is based in North London and is paying GBP25,000 - GBP30,000 according to your experience.

The package includes 20 days holiday + bank holidays and pension.

The working week is Monday to Friday. The site is based in North London and is commutable from Enfield, Ilford, Hackney, Waltham Cross and Potters Bar.

Alternate job titles

New Product Development Technologist NPD Technician Food Product Developer Food Product Development Food Science Jobs Food NPD Jobs