Npd Technologist

We have an exciting opportunity for an NPD Technologist to join us

This is a permanent, full time role working 37.5 hours per week, Monday
- Friday.

**Join Kingsland Drinks, a leading UK wine and spirits supplier. We value our employees, encourage innovation, and foster a positive culture. Be part of our Manchester team, where we invest in your growth and offer a great working environment. Stop 'wine'ing and have a 'grape' time with us**

**What does this corker of a job entail?**
The NPD Technologist will join our NPD department to focus on liquid development projects and innovation. As NPD Technologist you will provide liquid technical support as required by the business and you will have the opportunity to be involved and to shape the creation and development of new exciting products.
- Integrating ingredient & recipe information from the development area into Kingsland’s systems
- Generating and overseeing the provision of documentation associated with Product Development to the relevant departments
- Ensuring all ingredients are approved according to the correct method
- Working closely with Quality Assurance and Production departments to ensure the smooth transition of liquid projects from Product Development to Production
- Liaising with ingredient suppliers
- Making up samples for Commercial / Marketing / Customers
- Supporting the NPD Manager in cost saving / optimisation projects
- Working closely with the Purchasing team on the procurement of ingredients and flavourings
- Managing trials as required
- Developing new liquids and working closely with the flavour houses in order to meet the liquid development briefs
- Liaising with ingredient suppliers & authorised bodies to obtain legal advice
- Providing the required liquid information for the label for different markets
- Ensuring project files are completed, detailing the project status from concept through to launch
- Liaising with the NPD Manager in approving suppliers
- Advising on process change requirements
- Coordinating the sending of samples
- Organising shelf life and sensory trials for new products and ingredients

**Key Ingredients**:

- Due to the current demands on the department we are looking for individuals who have extensive experience of working in New Product Development, specifically in the drinks industry
- Good level of general education up to A Level or equivalent as a minimum
- It would be desirable to possess at least the Level 1 Wines and Spirits Educational Trust Certificate
- Good administration skills
- Attention to detail and analytical skills are essential
- Excellent communication skills
- The ability to maintain a high level of discipline with the daily adherence to product quality
- Able to work on own initiative with little or no supervision
- Demonstrable experience of working as part of a team and working cross functionally

**Why Join Us?**
- Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth in a vital role within the company.
- Impactful Work: Play a key role in maintaining and enhancing product quality and safety.
- Collaborative Culture: Be part of a supportive team that values communication and teamwork.

This job comes with a full bottle / glass of benefits
- Highly competitive salary
- Generous holiday entitlement that increases with length of service
- Company day at Christmas, to share with your nearest and dearest
- Huge discounts on wine and spirits in our company shop
- Life assurance cover
- A generous thank-you gift if you 'recommend a friend' to work with us too. Lots of people work alongside their loved ones at Kingsland.
- Wellbeing resources, including Mental Health First Aiders and access to an EAP with free counselling. Your wellbeing is a top priority, and there's lots of support at Kingsland.
- Well-being App to help support your mental health
- Health Checks (diabetes/blood pressure, stop smoking advice etc.)
- Health Cash plan after qualifying periods
- Training and progression opportunities open to all, including fully funded apprenticeships.
- Involvement with New product development (Wine / Spirit tasting)
- On-site free car parking
- Electric Vehicle charging
- Local Community involvement -Rugby ticket discounts
- Pension - AE

Don’t bottle it, this job will make your career Fizz

Pay: £24,420.00-£29,775.00 per year

**Experience**:

- FMCG: 2 years (preferred)
- New Product Development: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person