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Junior NPD Technologist
Job Posted: 11 days ago
Salary: £ 27,000 - 28,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Kingston upon Hull, City of Kingston upon Hull
Expire in: 17 days
Job Description
THE COMPANY:
Our client, seeking a Junior NPD Technologist in Hull, England, is a leading global supplier of food ingredients. Working for this leading organization means being part of an innovative and dynamic company that is dedicated to delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service. With a commitment to sustainability, they offer employees the opportunity to work for a company that is making a positive impact on the environment.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
This dynamic opportunity is designed for a passionate and forward-thinking Food Development Technologist eager to take the lead in creating and launching innovative, market-relevant products.
This is a days-based position (8am – 4:30pm) with an early finish Friday.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
With a focus on expanding market share across diverse sectors, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in bringing new ideas to life—from concept through commercialization—while optimizing existing products for improved performance and profitability.
* Collaborates closely with the Senior Development Technologist to translate client briefs into innovative recipes, benchmark studies, and taste panel insights.
* Champions the development and rollout of new food products, aligning with strategic sales and marketing objectives.
* Evaluates project feasibility, contributing to accurate costings and commercially viable proposals.
* Leads formulation design, prototype creation, and on-site scale-ups to ensure seamless product introduction.
* Partners cross-functionally with sales, operations, and supply chain to deliver successful launches of new or enhanced products.
* Advises on process equipment and plant capabilities related to development initiatives.
* Conducts plant trials, shelf-life evaluations, and consumer testing to validate product performance.
* Maintains timely updates within Salesforce and other NPD systems to ensure data integrity and project tracking.
* Manages technical documentation, recipes, and specifications, ensuring alignment with company systems and standards.
* Builds and nurtures strong customer relationships, acting as a trusted partner and innovation leader.
* Collaborates with internal teams, attends cross-functional meetings, and supports broader organizational growth initiatives.
* Upholds health, safety, and environmental policies, while adhering to all HR, operational, and travel protocols.
This role is ideal for a proactive, results-driven professional with a creative mindset and technical acumen. The ideal candidate is:
* Energetic and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
* A confident communicator who can influence and collaborate effectively at all organizational levels.
* Resilient, detail-oriented, and organized—able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
* Comfortable working autonomously and as part of a high-performing team.
* Mobile and flexible, with the ability to travel within the UK and internationally as needed.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in food product development; prior exposure to bakery or snack sectors is highly desirable.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related discipline—or equivalent industry experience.
* Strong analytical and interpersonal skills, with proven experience using appropriate communication toolsBefore You Apply
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