Senior NPD Technologist
- Manage customer briefs from concept to commercial launch, ensuring timescales and objectives are achieved.
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships to support successful product development and identify future business opportunities.
- Work collaboratively with Production, Technical, Procurement, Commercial, and Operations teams to ensure seamless product launches.
- Monitor market trends, consumer insights, and competitor activity to drive innovation and identify new product opportunities.
- Develop and deliver engaging customer presentations tailored to individual requirements.
- Lead, motivate, and develop the NPD team, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration and continuous improvement. About You We're looking for a passionate and commercially aware food professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Essential Skills & Experience - Degree in Food Science or a related discipline
- Proven experience within food manufacturing.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple development projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Previous experience leading and developing a team.
- A creative and strategic approach to food innovation.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Full UK driving licence. Why Apply? This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of a growing product portfolio. You'll work closely with major B2B and foodservice customers, leading innovation within a dynamic business where your ideas can make a real commercial impact. Please Note: Sponsorship is not available for this role If you would like a confidential conversation to find out more, please contact Danielle on 01780 483 999 or [email protected] 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
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