I am looking for hands on Senior Process Technologist who is looking to join a booming and growing business. This role will be fast paced, working across multiple top retailers and offers a large variety of products. You will be heading up the process team and working closely with NPD to deliver products to launch efficiently. As Senior Process Technologist you will provide a site-based resource within the development department to own and manage NPD, EPD projects for the site for the customer base from process handover to launch. From site approval you will head up projects / process handover and execution of successful scale up of products into the factory to meet both the customer and businesses expectations, whilst satisfying all relevant technical and operational criteria in line with a very high critical path. Thus, delivering a timely and faultless successful launch, supported by the relevant site functions. A varied position which requires an individual with previous process experience who is searching for that career defining opportunity. You will need a min of 3 years process exp and a strong work ethic. Please get in touch (url removed) / (phone number removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
I am looking for hands on Senior Process Technologist who is looking to join a booming and growing business. This role will be fast paced, working across multiple top retailers and offers a large variety of products. You will be heading up the process team and working closely with NPD to deliver products to launch efficiently. As Senior Process Technologist you will provide a site-based resource within the development department to own and manage NPD, EPD projects for the site for the customer base from process handover to launch. From site approval you will head up projects / process handover and execution of successful scale up of products into the factory to meet both the customer and businesses expectations, whilst satisfying all relevant technical and operational criteria in line with a very high critical path. Thus, delivering a timely and faultless successful launch, supported by the relevant site functions. A varied position which requires an individual with previous process experience who is searching for that career defining opportunity. You will need a min of 3 years process exp and a strong work ethic. Please get in touch (url removed) / (phone number removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Have you got a passion for baking and New Product Development? Has to time come for you to explore a new opportunity and look at developing your career? This opportunity could be for you! This role needs your knowledge of Baking and NPD processes in order to succeed. Reporting to the NPD Manager you will be one of the senior people within the NPD team and use your already great experience in baking to guide and pass on your experience to the team and get hands stuck in! The role: Retailer facing environment You will use your existing knowledge and experience of NPD Processes Optimise factory settings to ensure product quality and consistency Coordinate factory trials and first production runs Collaborate with cross- functional teams and suppliers About you: You will be experienced in an NPD environment Ideally expereinced in bakery setting as well Passionate and driven Want to know more? Apply now! For an informal chat about the role in more detail give me a call on or email me - INDTECH
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Have you got a passion for baking and New Product Development? Has to time come for you to explore a new opportunity and look at developing your career? This opportunity could be for you! This role needs your knowledge of Baking and NPD processes in order to succeed. Reporting to the NPD Manager you will be one of the senior people within the NPD team and use your already great experience in baking to guide and pass on your experience to the team and get hands stuck in! The role: Retailer facing environment You will use your existing knowledge and experience of NPD Processes Optimise factory settings to ensure product quality and consistency Coordinate factory trials and first production runs Collaborate with cross- functional teams and suppliers About you: You will be experienced in an NPD environment Ideally expereinced in bakery setting as well Passionate and driven Want to know more? Apply now! For an informal chat about the role in more detail give me a call on or email me - INDTECH
Process Development Manager Location: Grimsby Salary: Up to 55,000 + bonus + benefits Sector: Chilled Food Manufacturing An established chilled food manufacturing business is recruiting a Process Development Manager . This role is well suited to Senior Process Technologists or Process Technologists who regularly step up, cover senior colleagues, and lead factory trials. This is a process-driven role , focused on delivery rather than product creativity. Key Responsibilities Lead process development and factory scale-up from concept through to launch Plan, run and document factory trials, ensuring smooth handover to Operations Own customer-led changes, renovations and launches at site level Manage critical paths, timelines, yields and trial costs Work closely with Operations, Technical, Engineering and Commercial teams Support manufacturing readiness and continuous improvement initiatives Mentor Process Technologists and build team capability Progress into line management responsibility within 6 months Ideal Candidate Profile You may already be: An NPD Manager who has a preference in Process A Senior Process Technologist , or A Process Technologist acting up (covering during annual leave, sickness or customer visits), or A Technologist managing projects, trials and customer interaction independently You will have: Experience in chilled food manufacturing Hands-on factory trial and scale-up experience Exposure to UK retailer own-label requirements Good understanding of food safety standards (HACCP, BRC, customer COPs) Strong organisation, communication and stakeholder skills (chilled food experience advantageous but not essential, product experts on site to support) Package & Benefits Salary up to from 40,000 to 55,000 (DOE) Annual discretionary bonus (based on company performance) Pension: statutory employer contribution Life assurance (3x salary) 25 days holiday + bank holidays Staff discount On-site parking Additional Information No sponsorship available Interviewing First stage ASAP- Final stage booked for 20th and 21st January Interview process includes site tour and short presentation task
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
Process Development Manager Location: Grimsby Salary: Up to 55,000 + bonus + benefits Sector: Chilled Food Manufacturing An established chilled food manufacturing business is recruiting a Process Development Manager . This role is well suited to Senior Process Technologists or Process Technologists who regularly step up, cover senior colleagues, and lead factory trials. This is a process-driven role , focused on delivery rather than product creativity. Key Responsibilities Lead process development and factory scale-up from concept through to launch Plan, run and document factory trials, ensuring smooth handover to Operations Own customer-led changes, renovations and launches at site level Manage critical paths, timelines, yields and trial costs Work closely with Operations, Technical, Engineering and Commercial teams Support manufacturing readiness and continuous improvement initiatives Mentor Process Technologists and build team capability Progress into line management responsibility within 6 months Ideal Candidate Profile You may already be: An NPD Manager who has a preference in Process A Senior Process Technologist , or A Process Technologist acting up (covering during annual leave, sickness or customer visits), or A Technologist managing projects, trials and customer interaction independently You will have: Experience in chilled food manufacturing Hands-on factory trial and scale-up experience Exposure to UK retailer own-label requirements Good understanding of food safety standards (HACCP, BRC, customer COPs) Strong organisation, communication and stakeholder skills (chilled food experience advantageous but not essential, product experts on site to support) Package & Benefits Salary up to from 40,000 to 55,000 (DOE) Annual discretionary bonus (based on company performance) Pension: statutory employer contribution Life assurance (3x salary) 25 days holiday + bank holidays Staff discount On-site parking Additional Information No sponsorship available Interviewing First stage ASAP- Final stage booked for 20th and 21st January Interview process includes site tour and short presentation task
Process Development Technologist Location: Park Royal Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 Hours: Full-time Are you passionate about food innovation and ready to turn great ideas into real, scalable products? We're working with a leading food manufacturer to find a talented Process Technologist to help bridge the gap between the development kitchen and the factory floor. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where you'll play a key part in bringing new products to life-ensuring they meet high technical and quality standards as they move from concept to launch. What You'll Be Doing Leading the scale-up of new products from kitchen to full-scale factory production Organising and running factory trials for NPD (New Product Development) and EPD (Existing Product Development) projects Driving continuous improvement and value engineering to enhance product quality and efficiency Working with cross-functional teams including Technical, Operations, and Engineering to ensure smooth implementation of changes Supporting the introduction of new technologies aligned with the Product Development Strategy What's On Offer 45,000 salary A site-based role at a major food production facility Real influence on how new products are developed, tested, and launched A chance to be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking NPD team What We're Looking For A degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or a similar technical field Previous experience in food manufacturing (FMCG), ideally in a process, development, or NPD-focused role Understanding of key food production methods-such as extrusion, frying, baking, sheeting, and flavouring Strong problem-solving abilities and a drive for continuous improvement A genuine enthusiasm for food, innovation, and quality Ready to Help Shape the Future of Food? If you're someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment and loves the challenge of making ideas production-ready, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more! Our Commitment to Your Privacy Kandhu Recruitment will treat all applications confidentially. If your experience aligns with the role, we'll be in touch and may retain your information in accordance with our GDPR & Privacy Policy for relevant future opportunities. If not, we will not store your data or contact you further.
Jan 06, 2026
Full time
Process Development Technologist Location: Park Royal Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 Hours: Full-time Are you passionate about food innovation and ready to turn great ideas into real, scalable products? We're working with a leading food manufacturer to find a talented Process Technologist to help bridge the gap between the development kitchen and the factory floor. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where you'll play a key part in bringing new products to life-ensuring they meet high technical and quality standards as they move from concept to launch. What You'll Be Doing Leading the scale-up of new products from kitchen to full-scale factory production Organising and running factory trials for NPD (New Product Development) and EPD (Existing Product Development) projects Driving continuous improvement and value engineering to enhance product quality and efficiency Working with cross-functional teams including Technical, Operations, and Engineering to ensure smooth implementation of changes Supporting the introduction of new technologies aligned with the Product Development Strategy What's On Offer 45,000 salary A site-based role at a major food production facility Real influence on how new products are developed, tested, and launched A chance to be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking NPD team What We're Looking For A degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or a similar technical field Previous experience in food manufacturing (FMCG), ideally in a process, development, or NPD-focused role Understanding of key food production methods-such as extrusion, frying, baking, sheeting, and flavouring Strong problem-solving abilities and a drive for continuous improvement A genuine enthusiasm for food, innovation, and quality Ready to Help Shape the Future of Food? If you're someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment and loves the challenge of making ideas production-ready, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more! Our Commitment to Your Privacy Kandhu Recruitment will treat all applications confidentially. If your experience aligns with the role, we'll be in touch and may retain your information in accordance with our GDPR & Privacy Policy for relevant future opportunities. If not, we will not store your data or contact you further.
Senior Buyer - Cooked and Continental Meats Salary: Competitive Plus Benefits Location: London Store Support Centre and Home, London, EC1M 6HA Contract type: Permanent Business area: Food Commercial Closing date: 11 January 2026 Requisition ID: We'd all like amazing work to do, and real work-life balance. That's waiting for you at Sainsbury's. Here, everything in our Sainsbury's stores starts out in Sainsbury's Commercial. Whether it's the product, proposition, packaging or price, or the fact that something tastes great, our team is responsible for all food, non- food and Clothing items available in Sainsbury's stores, digitally and on demand. You'll discover it's incredibly fast-paced. People here are in it together and not afraid to take risks. They're enthusiastic too, and their amazing leadership team is right behind them. The knowledge and experience you gain here could set you up for career moves anywhere else in the business. So, if you're passionate about your products and just as hungry to learn, you'll fit in perfectly. Sainsbury's Buying Teams ensure that we get the best products at the best prices to help us deliver quality and value to our customers. We aim to deliver on a mission that matters: Helping Everyone Eat Better. You will own, deliver and optimise the sourcing, buying and selling strategy for the Cooked and Continental Meats buying area. This will be achieved through brilliant sourcing, buying and selling strategies. Great product selection, product innovation, value and profit optimisation and supplier management. This is a great role for someone looking to get involved in delivering a large scale strategy project as we aim to deliver several projects covering end to end sourcing and selling, considering quality, environmental credentials, sustainability and the future needs of our customers as we meet our corporate 'Plan for Better' objectives'. Cooked Meats is a key area within MFP and being able to think short and long term in this area is key in the current and future success of the area. The role requires strong supplier management, P&L management. and delivery and training. We are looking for someone with positive energy, who thinks independently but works well in a team environment and can lead cross-functionally and own critical commercial recommendations. As a Senior Buyer you'll: Develop and execute a customer-focused, source and selection strategy for Cooked and Continental Meats Lead a matrix cross functional team (Agriculture, Development, Technical, Supply Chain, Finance) Manage complex E2E buying models Identify and negotiate cost savings through brilliant supplier relationship management and understanding of the end-to-end supply chain Taking a leading and driving role in key category projects to outperform the market Implement Pricing, Promotional & Ranging strategies Analyse financial, market and customer data to identify opportunities to deliver a market-leading product range, including regularly review own label products against their appropriate competitor benchmarks Accountable for Category plan at Sub Cat level Work with Supply Chain, Own Brand and Retail to drive product range Deliver to business targets on sales, profit, value and range Support the implementation of NPD (New Product Development) Liaise with the Product Technologist/Developer in setting the quality criteria for products, ensuring the optimal balance between quality and price is maintained Demonstrable experience in Fresh Food Buying, ideally with exposure to own-branded products and the ability to deliver results quickly in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility to Travel: Willingness to travel to supplier locations as and when needed & travelling to weekly meetings at London Store support centre. Track Record in Fresh food Category Management- Showcasing the ability to manage a category P&L, balancing profitability, volume and market performance Experience managing relationships & proven negotiation skills within a long-term supplier agreement frameworkwith a track record of leveraging commercial terms and driving value in supplier agreements. Ability to handle complex stakeholder interactions, demonstrating resilience and confidence in challenging conversations and decision-making. Evidence of continuous improvement mindset, including solving complex problems creatively and challenging existing processes to deliver innovative solutions. We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer, so you'll be welcomed whoever you are and wherever you work. Around here, there's always the chance to try something new - whether that's as part of an evolving team or somewhere else across the business - and we take development seriously and promise to support you. We also recognise and celebrate colleagues when they go the extra mile and, where possible, offer flexible working. When you join us, we'll also offer you an amazing range of benefits. Here are some of them: Starting off with colleague discount, you'll be able to get 10% off at Sainsbury's, Argos, TU and Habitat after 4 weeks. This increases to 15% off at Sainsbury's every Friday and Saturday and 15% off at Argos every pay day. We've also got you covered for your future with our pensions scheme and life cover. You'll also be able to share in our success as you may be eligible for a performance-related bonus of up to 20% of salary, depending on how we perform. Your wellbeing is important to us too. You'll receive an annual holiday allowance, and you can buy additional holiday. We also offer other benefits that will help your money go further such as season ticket loans, interest free car loan of up to £10k, cycle to work scheme, health cash plans, pay advance (where you can access some of your pay before pay day) as well access to a great range of discounts from hundreds of other retailers. And if you ever need it there is also an Employee Assistance Programme, you will also be eligible for private healthcare too. Moments that matter are as important to us as they are to you which is why we give up to 26 weeks' pay for maternity or adoption leave and up to 4 weeks' pay for paternity leave. Please see for a range of our benefits (note, length of service and eligibility criteria may apply).
Jan 02, 2026
Full time
Senior Buyer - Cooked and Continental Meats Salary: Competitive Plus Benefits Location: London Store Support Centre and Home, London, EC1M 6HA Contract type: Permanent Business area: Food Commercial Closing date: 11 January 2026 Requisition ID: We'd all like amazing work to do, and real work-life balance. That's waiting for you at Sainsbury's. Here, everything in our Sainsbury's stores starts out in Sainsbury's Commercial. Whether it's the product, proposition, packaging or price, or the fact that something tastes great, our team is responsible for all food, non- food and Clothing items available in Sainsbury's stores, digitally and on demand. You'll discover it's incredibly fast-paced. People here are in it together and not afraid to take risks. They're enthusiastic too, and their amazing leadership team is right behind them. The knowledge and experience you gain here could set you up for career moves anywhere else in the business. So, if you're passionate about your products and just as hungry to learn, you'll fit in perfectly. Sainsbury's Buying Teams ensure that we get the best products at the best prices to help us deliver quality and value to our customers. We aim to deliver on a mission that matters: Helping Everyone Eat Better. You will own, deliver and optimise the sourcing, buying and selling strategy for the Cooked and Continental Meats buying area. This will be achieved through brilliant sourcing, buying and selling strategies. Great product selection, product innovation, value and profit optimisation and supplier management. This is a great role for someone looking to get involved in delivering a large scale strategy project as we aim to deliver several projects covering end to end sourcing and selling, considering quality, environmental credentials, sustainability and the future needs of our customers as we meet our corporate 'Plan for Better' objectives'. Cooked Meats is a key area within MFP and being able to think short and long term in this area is key in the current and future success of the area. The role requires strong supplier management, P&L management. and delivery and training. We are looking for someone with positive energy, who thinks independently but works well in a team environment and can lead cross-functionally and own critical commercial recommendations. As a Senior Buyer you'll: Develop and execute a customer-focused, source and selection strategy for Cooked and Continental Meats Lead a matrix cross functional team (Agriculture, Development, Technical, Supply Chain, Finance) Manage complex E2E buying models Identify and negotiate cost savings through brilliant supplier relationship management and understanding of the end-to-end supply chain Taking a leading and driving role in key category projects to outperform the market Implement Pricing, Promotional & Ranging strategies Analyse financial, market and customer data to identify opportunities to deliver a market-leading product range, including regularly review own label products against their appropriate competitor benchmarks Accountable for Category plan at Sub Cat level Work with Supply Chain, Own Brand and Retail to drive product range Deliver to business targets on sales, profit, value and range Support the implementation of NPD (New Product Development) Liaise with the Product Technologist/Developer in setting the quality criteria for products, ensuring the optimal balance between quality and price is maintained Demonstrable experience in Fresh Food Buying, ideally with exposure to own-branded products and the ability to deliver results quickly in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility to Travel: Willingness to travel to supplier locations as and when needed & travelling to weekly meetings at London Store support centre. Track Record in Fresh food Category Management- Showcasing the ability to manage a category P&L, balancing profitability, volume and market performance Experience managing relationships & proven negotiation skills within a long-term supplier agreement frameworkwith a track record of leveraging commercial terms and driving value in supplier agreements. Ability to handle complex stakeholder interactions, demonstrating resilience and confidence in challenging conversations and decision-making. Evidence of continuous improvement mindset, including solving complex problems creatively and challenging existing processes to deliver innovative solutions. We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer, so you'll be welcomed whoever you are and wherever you work. Around here, there's always the chance to try something new - whether that's as part of an evolving team or somewhere else across the business - and we take development seriously and promise to support you. We also recognise and celebrate colleagues when they go the extra mile and, where possible, offer flexible working. When you join us, we'll also offer you an amazing range of benefits. Here are some of them: Starting off with colleague discount, you'll be able to get 10% off at Sainsbury's, Argos, TU and Habitat after 4 weeks. This increases to 15% off at Sainsbury's every Friday and Saturday and 15% off at Argos every pay day. We've also got you covered for your future with our pensions scheme and life cover. You'll also be able to share in our success as you may be eligible for a performance-related bonus of up to 20% of salary, depending on how we perform. Your wellbeing is important to us too. You'll receive an annual holiday allowance, and you can buy additional holiday. We also offer other benefits that will help your money go further such as season ticket loans, interest free car loan of up to £10k, cycle to work scheme, health cash plans, pay advance (where you can access some of your pay before pay day) as well access to a great range of discounts from hundreds of other retailers. And if you ever need it there is also an Employee Assistance Programme, you will also be eligible for private healthcare too. Moments that matter are as important to us as they are to you which is why we give up to 26 weeks' pay for maternity or adoption leave and up to 4 weeks' pay for paternity leave. Please see for a range of our benefits (note, length of service and eligibility criteria may apply).
Solent Group Christchurch, United Kingdom Technical Hybrid Company Description Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis - we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category. Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK. Position DIVISION/DEPT: Technical - Foods REPORT TO: Head of Technical - foods LINE MANAGEMENT: Food Technologist LOCATION: Hybrid Christchurch (Minimum 1 day a week in the office) TRAVEL: Regular European and UK overnight travel ( often at short notice) We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Technical Manager to join our team. This is a customer-facing role that requires a strong technical background in food safety and quality, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain robust client relationships. The successful candidate will serve as the technical expert for key customers, ensuring product compliance, addressing technical queries, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Requirements Responsibilities: Customer Relationship Management: Serve as the primary technical contact for key customers, maintaining strong, trust-based relationships. Proactively address customer queries, complaints, and concerns, ensuring swift and effective resolution. Provide technical presentations, reports, and updates tailored to customer requirements. Escort customer visits to manufacturing partners. This will include where necessary attending factory trials, pre-production and product launches. Technical Oversight: Lead product specification reviews and ensure compliance with relevant food safety standards, regulations, and customer codes of practice. Conduct risk assessments and provide guidance on raw materials, allergens, product testing and product labelling. Collaborate with internal teams and manufacturing partners to ensure products meet or exceed customer and regulatory expectations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in quality and technical processes internally and with the key manufacturing partners. Work closely with NPD, supply chain, and manufacturing partners teams to develop innovative, customer-focused solutions. Deliver Solent sustainability programmes. Auditing and Compliance: Support customer and third-party audits, ensuring readiness and compliance at all times. Support and guide manufacturing partners ensuring readiness and compliance to the customers standards and policies. Oversee and perform regular manufacturing partners audits in monitoring of their compliance to customers own standards and policies. Monitor changes in industry standards and regulations, advising customers, manufacturing partners and internal stakeholders as necessary. Mentor and guide junior members of the technical team. Act as a liaison between customers and manufacturing partners, fostering alignment and shared goals. About you: Proven experience in a senior technical or quality role within the food industry. Strong knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., BRCGS, IFS), customer standards ( M&S, Tesco)and UK/EU food regulations. Demonstrated ability to manage and influence relationships with key customers. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize effectively. A degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Please note: This role involves regular tasting/handling of food products, including dairy, nuts and other allergens. Please consider this when applying if you have severe food allergies. Other information What we offer: Competitive salary with annual salary reviews 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff Great learning and development and progression opportunities Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave Generous Company Sick Pay Pension Scheme Contribution Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Solent Group Christchurch, United Kingdom Technical Hybrid Company Description Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis - we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category. Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK. Position DIVISION/DEPT: Technical - Foods REPORT TO: Head of Technical - foods LINE MANAGEMENT: Food Technologist LOCATION: Hybrid Christchurch (Minimum 1 day a week in the office) TRAVEL: Regular European and UK overnight travel ( often at short notice) We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Technical Manager to join our team. This is a customer-facing role that requires a strong technical background in food safety and quality, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain robust client relationships. The successful candidate will serve as the technical expert for key customers, ensuring product compliance, addressing technical queries, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Requirements Responsibilities: Customer Relationship Management: Serve as the primary technical contact for key customers, maintaining strong, trust-based relationships. Proactively address customer queries, complaints, and concerns, ensuring swift and effective resolution. Provide technical presentations, reports, and updates tailored to customer requirements. Escort customer visits to manufacturing partners. This will include where necessary attending factory trials, pre-production and product launches. Technical Oversight: Lead product specification reviews and ensure compliance with relevant food safety standards, regulations, and customer codes of practice. Conduct risk assessments and provide guidance on raw materials, allergens, product testing and product labelling. Collaborate with internal teams and manufacturing partners to ensure products meet or exceed customer and regulatory expectations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in quality and technical processes internally and with the key manufacturing partners. Work closely with NPD, supply chain, and manufacturing partners teams to develop innovative, customer-focused solutions. Deliver Solent sustainability programmes. Auditing and Compliance: Support customer and third-party audits, ensuring readiness and compliance at all times. Support and guide manufacturing partners ensuring readiness and compliance to the customers standards and policies. Oversee and perform regular manufacturing partners audits in monitoring of their compliance to customers own standards and policies. Monitor changes in industry standards and regulations, advising customers, manufacturing partners and internal stakeholders as necessary. Mentor and guide junior members of the technical team. Act as a liaison between customers and manufacturing partners, fostering alignment and shared goals. About you: Proven experience in a senior technical or quality role within the food industry. Strong knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., BRCGS, IFS), customer standards ( M&S, Tesco)and UK/EU food regulations. Demonstrated ability to manage and influence relationships with key customers. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize effectively. A degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Please note: This role involves regular tasting/handling of food products, including dairy, nuts and other allergens. Please consider this when applying if you have severe food allergies. Other information What we offer: Competitive salary with annual salary reviews 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff Great learning and development and progression opportunities Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave Generous Company Sick Pay Pension Scheme Contribution Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
Senior NPD Technologist Location: County Durham Package: up to 37,000, with Fridays WFH Are you passionate about creating innovative food products that delight customers? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where creativity meets technical expertise? If so, this is your chance to take ownership of exciting projects from concept to launch. I am collaborating with a business who are looking to take on a Senior NPD Technologist to lead the development of new and improved products for both retailer brands and their own portfolio. In this pivotal role, you'll drive innovation, mentor junior team members, and collaborate across departments to bring ideas to life. This is a perfect opportunity for someone with 1-2 years' experience to step up into a more senior position and take on a bit more responsibility in a supportive team. What You'll Do: Own the NPD process from concept through to full-scale production. Translate retailer briefs into commercially viable, trend-led products. Conduct market research to identify emerging opportunities. Lead recipe development, factory trials, and ensure compliance with food safety standards. Work closely with procurement and technical teams on ingredient sourcing and value engineering projects. Support and guide junior team members, sharing your expertise. Deputise for the NPD Manager when required. What We're Looking For: Proven experience in food product development, ideally within chilled or ambient categories. Strong technical knowledge, including thermal processing and shelf-life testing (ideal but not essential!) Excellent project management and communication skills. A creative thinker with a commercial mindset. Full UK driving licence You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your ideas matter. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a growing business that values innovation and quality. If this sounds of interest, please click apply with your updated CV and I will reach out with more information. Unfortunately, this business is unable to offer sponsorship.
Jan 01, 2026
Full time
Senior NPD Technologist Location: County Durham Package: up to 37,000, with Fridays WFH Are you passionate about creating innovative food products that delight customers? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where creativity meets technical expertise? If so, this is your chance to take ownership of exciting projects from concept to launch. I am collaborating with a business who are looking to take on a Senior NPD Technologist to lead the development of new and improved products for both retailer brands and their own portfolio. In this pivotal role, you'll drive innovation, mentor junior team members, and collaborate across departments to bring ideas to life. This is a perfect opportunity for someone with 1-2 years' experience to step up into a more senior position and take on a bit more responsibility in a supportive team. What You'll Do: Own the NPD process from concept through to full-scale production. Translate retailer briefs into commercially viable, trend-led products. Conduct market research to identify emerging opportunities. Lead recipe development, factory trials, and ensure compliance with food safety standards. Work closely with procurement and technical teams on ingredient sourcing and value engineering projects. Support and guide junior team members, sharing your expertise. Deputise for the NPD Manager when required. What We're Looking For: Proven experience in food product development, ideally within chilled or ambient categories. Strong technical knowledge, including thermal processing and shelf-life testing (ideal but not essential!) Excellent project management and communication skills. A creative thinker with a commercial mindset. Full UK driving licence You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your ideas matter. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a growing business that values innovation and quality. If this sounds of interest, please click apply with your updated CV and I will reach out with more information. Unfortunately, this business is unable to offer sponsorship.
