Product Developer (Food) in Derbyshire

The Company

This continually growing chilled manufacturer are leading the way in their competitive category supplying innovative products to the major UK retailers.

They are now seeking a confident Product Developer to support their retail NPD team.

The Role

Reporting to the NPD Manager you will be developing chilled products for the major retailers, responding to customer briefs to create exciting new products that reflect the latest trends.

You will work closely with the team of development chefs, supporting with innovation as well as updating the company’s current products, tweaking ingredients to improve taste, texture, quality and cost.

The role will involve working with customer NPD teams and ensuing the timely management of critical paths, keeping them appraised of progress and being part of presentations.

Liaising with the Process team you’ll secure a smooth hand over from kitchen to factory ensuring all products are manufactured right first-time round.

The Person

We are looking for an ambitious food science graduate who has concept to launch development experience within a food manufacturing environment.

Ideally, you’ll have worked in a similar fast paced innovations role where you have gained an understanding of developing products for the major retailers.

You’ll need to be confident and foodie with great organisation and project management skills in order to help create and launch successful products into the marketplace.

You’ll also need to have good presentation skills and first-class communication skills as you’ll be liaising with internal teams, customers and suppliers.

So, if you have the drive and enthusiasm to take on a new challenge where you can enhance your skills with a supportive food company then apply now or call us on 0345 2600 737 to find out more.

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Due to the large number of applications our opportunities attract, it sometimes takes us time to thoroughly review and consider them all.

We endeavour to respond to every application within 5 working days, however if you have not heard from us within this timeframe, we are sorry to say your application for the role has not been successful.

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Also, please note that we are only able to accept and respond to applications from candidates with eligibility to work in the UK and those who hold valid work visas.

At Blue Spark Organisation we believe in authenticity, individuality, and inclusion.

We are dedicated to ensuring that all our current and future candidates have equal opportunities and are treated with respect and appreciation, allowing them to bring their genuine selves to the workplace, regardless of background, appearance, sexual orientation, or beliefs.