Product Innovation Director

1 day ago


Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom Lavazza Professional UK Full time
Lavazza Professional UK - Job Description

We are seeking a talented Lead Product Developer to join our team at Lavazza Professional UK.

About the Role

As a Lead Product Developer, you will be responsible for shaping the end-to-end development of hot and cold drinks products for our workplace vending machines. This will involve working closely with our ingredients team to lead best practices within new product development and innovation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement new product concepts for our vending machines, ensuring they meet our high standards for quality and performance.
  • Work closely with our ingredients team to coach and support them in their roles, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge needed to develop innovative products.
  • Lead a portfolio of complex NPD and innovation projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
  • Collaborate with our technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure effective communication and project delivery.
Requirements
  • Degree educated in a food sciences or food technology discipline.
  • Strong working knowledge of food product development, NPD process, manufacturing, and quality assurance principles.
  • Ability to travel in the UK and across Europe.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary up to £55k, plus a performance and profit-related bonus scheme. You will also receive 25 days holiday plus eight statutory bank holidays, a pension scheme, private health care, and other benefits.



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