While some follow food trends, others have the creativity and vision to set them. I'm partnering with an established and much-loved food brand, celebrated for its natural ingredients, distinctive products and passion for innovation. They're now looking for an experienced Development Technologist to bring fresh thinking, creative ideas and exciting new products to life as they shape the future of their range.
My client is a true category pioneer backed by a major international food group, giving you the stability of a big business alongside the creative freedom of a brand that thrives on thinking differently. Reporting to the NPD Controller Controller, you'll drive development across branded and private label ranges, shaping recipes in the R&D kitchen before steering them confidently through factory trials and scale up.
You'll own projects from concept to launch using stage gate methodology, turning consumer insight and sensory research into products that delight. With a little more experience under your belt you'll also act as a go-to expert within the team, sharing knowledge and supporting others to grow.
You will hold a degree in Food Science, Nutrition or a related subject and bring solid hands-on experience in an FMCG product development role, ideally with a track record of taking products from kitchen to shelf. Confident project management, polished communication and a genuine passion for food, health and sustainability will help you shine. Due to the location you will need a full driving license and your own car. The position offers 2 days on site and 3 days working from home.
Interviews are a first stage on Teams followed by a second stage on site.
Please note, our client is unable to accept visa applications for this role.
If you're ready to lead the way in creating products enjoyed by millions, send your CV to (url removed) or call Nicola on (phone number removed) for a confidential chat.
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