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- Annual Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
- Location: Scunthorpe
- Job Type: Full-time
Day-to-day of the role:
- Lead and manage the end-to-end New Product Development process, from concept generation to factory trials and product launch.
- Collaborate closely with the Technical Manager and Quality Assurance team to ensure all new products meet safety, legal, and customer requirements.
- Work with sales, marketing, and production teams to align NPD projects with business strategy and market trends.
- Champion innovation and continuous improvement across product lines.
- Conduct feasibility assessments and risk analyses for new recipes and processes.
- Prepare and present product samples, specifications, costings, and project timelines.
- Manage technical documentation and ensure traceability for new ingredients and suppliers.
- Liaise with external stakeholders including customers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
- Support the technical team with audits, technical reporting, and root cause analysis where needed.
- Train and mentor junior team members in both NPD and technical functions.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Degree in Food Science or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years in food manufacturing, with proven experience in New Product Development.
- Strong knowledge of food safety standards (BRC, HACCP, etc.).
- Hands-on experience in factory trials, scale-up, and process optimisation.
- Excellent project management and organisational skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills – able to influence and lead cross-functional teams.
- Technically competent with an eye for commercial viability and product quality.
- Passionate, driven, and proactive with a genuine enthusiasm for food innovation.
Benefits:
- A collaborative and fast-paced working environment.
- Opportunity to shape the future of our product range.
- Career development within a growing business.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Company car provided.
Please apply at your earliest convenience to be considered for interview.
