Product Development Specialist
22 hours ago
We are seeking an experienced Product Development Specialist to join our team in South Yorkshire, UK. As a key member of our New Product Development (NPD) team, you will be responsible for leading projects from concept to launch, ensuring all milestones are achieved on time.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Management: Lead allocated projects from concept through to post-launch, ensuring all milestones are achieved on time.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with various teams across the business to conduct feasibility studies and clarify project briefs.
- Sample Production: Create and assess kitchen samples according to NPD procedures, ensuring compliance with customer codes of practice.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate and organised records of all NPD activities, ensuring a clear documented trail.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Support meetings on NPD projects, feasibility assessments, and challenges, liaising with relevant site and business functions.
- Supplier Coordination: Collaborate with the Buying team to arrange raw materials and ingredients, and work with suppliers to manage costs.
- Compliance: Ensure all products meet food regulations and customer requirements throughout each stage of development.
- Trial Management: Organise and conduct trials, analyse results, and provide informed recommendations.
- Specifications & Standards: Agree on customer specifications with the technical team, write quality standards, and sign off on packaging artwork.
Requirements:
- Degree in Food Science or a related field.
- Essential: Experience in a bakery or hot dessert environment.
- Proven experience in a similar NPD role.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other relevant software.
- Strong knowledge of food quality standards and factory processes.
Salary: circa £45,000 per annum.
Benefits:
- 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension (auto-enrolment)
- Free parking
- Healthcare cashback plan (currently Westfield)
- Death in service (2x annual salary)
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