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Senior NPD Technologist

Job Posted: 19 days ago

Salary: £ 33,000 - 37,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Expire in: 9 days

Job Description

Senior NPD Technologist

Location: Leeds

Reporting to: NPD Manager

Ready to lead the next big product launch?

We're looking for a Senior NPD Technologist to take ownership of exciting food innovation projects, from concept right through to launch. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and love bringing products to life, this could be your next move.

What you'll be doing

Own product development from idea through to factory launch across retailer and own-brand ranges
Lead innovation by developing new and improved food products aligned to trends and customer needs
Turn retailer briefs into commercially viable, high-quality products
Manage factory trials, scale-ups, and product launches with cross-functional teams
Drive recipe development, reformulation, and value engineering
Work closely with Technical, Procurement, Production, and Commercial teams
Stay ahead of the market with trend analysis and competitor insights
Ensure products meet food safety, nutritional, and retailer standards
Mentor and develop junior team members, sharing your expertise
Play a key role in continuous improvement and ways of working 

What we're looking for

Proven experience in NPD within the food industry
Strong understanding of product development, factory processes, and retailer expectations
Ability to manage multiple projects from concept to launch
Confident communicator who thrives in cross-functional teams
Passion for innovation, trends, and food excellence
Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members
Full driving licence (occasional store visits/customer meetings) 

Why join?

Be part of a collaborative and innovative NPD function
Work on exciting, customer-facing product launches
Opportunity to shape products at scale and make a real impact
Develop your leadership skills as you mentor and deputise for the NPD Manager 

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