NPD Assistant

Allied Bakeries, owned by Associated British Foods (ABF), is a prominent player in the food industry with a diverse portfolio and a global presence. ABF\’s divisions include well-known brands such as Jordans, Ryvita, Pataks, Blue Dragon, Silver Spoon, Kingsmill, Allinson’s, Bürgen, and Sunblest, among others. Our Grocery Service Centre near Liverpool supports multiple ABF companies by providing shared services across disciplines like Customer Services, Consumer Care, Finance, Payroll, HR, and IS, supporting brands that are household names in the UK. We are seeking an NPD Assistant to support our innovation efforts in a fast-moving food business. The role is based in Maidenhead, offering a salary of circa £30,000, with full-time hours from Monday to Friday. We are open to flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. This position involves assisting our Food Technologists in transforming new product ideas into reality, supporting project coordination, product development, quality assurance, and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, a collaborative attitude, and a passion for food innovation. Experience in a food or technical environment is advantageous but not essential. We offer a supportive team environment, opportunities for growth, generous holiday allowance, flexible working, retail discounts, sustainable travel schemes, pension contributions, charitable initiatives, and other employee benefits. If you\’re passionate about food innovation and eager to contribute to a leading bakery brand, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dynamic team shaping the future of food. #J-18808-Ljbffr