The company is well-established and produces a fantastic range of high-quality products which are supplied to a variety of retailers all over the UK as well as through their own channels.

About the Temp NPD Technologist job

The NPD Technologist role is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual who has recently graduated from a food science or related subject or NPD/bakery technologist experience.

Key tasks

• Manage NPD from concept to launch through ideation, leading factory trials and ensuring all products and packaging are feasible within factory capabilities aswell as keeping all supporting documentation regarding food safety logged accurately.
• Lead internal and external tasting panels to assess product quality and work with cross-functional teams to align outcomes with business and consumer expectations as well as conducting kitchen and production trials and ongoing analysis of products.
• Brief and collaborate with suppliers and partners to meet project requirements effectively, maintaining strong communication throughout development.
• Stay informed on trends, consumer behaviour, and new opportunities, while applying a foundational understanding of packaging processes, materials.

About you

• This role would be ideal for someone with a Food Science or Bakery and Patisserie Technology, or for an NPD/Bakery Technologist looking for their next career move.
• You should have a solid understanding of the New Product Development (NPD) process—gained through previous experience in a similar role and the ability to confidently step into the role.
• The ideal candidate will be highly organised and have a clear understanding of the NPD process from concept to launch. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop and progress their career in NPD.

More details

The NPD Technologist job (ref:9036) is paying £30,000 - £40,000 according to your experience on a pro rata basis. This is a temporary role with a 3-month period and the possibility of it being extended.

The role is a 38-hour working week, with a midday finish on Fridays.

The successful candidate shall ideally be Kent based. The site is commutable from Tenterden, Hythe, Folkestone, Ashford, New Romney, Lydd and surrounding areas.

Alternate Job Titles - New Product Development Technologist | NPD Technician | Food Product Developer | Food Product Development | Food Science Jobs | Food NPD Jobs

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