Manchester Area | Food Manufacturing | Permanent
Are you passionate about bakery innovation and ready to take products from an initial idea through to successful factory launch?
We’re recruiting an NPD Technologist to join an established bakery manufacturer in the Manchester area.
This is a hands on development role where you’ll work across new product development, recipe creation, trials and launches, collaborating closely with customers and internal teams.
The Role
- Develop new bakery products from concept through to launch
- Create and develop recipes against customer briefs
- Organise and support kitchen and factory trials
- Support product scale-up and manufacturing handover
- Manage NPD projects against critical paths and launch deadlines
- Carry out benchmarking and competitor reviews
- Work closely with Process, Technical, Operations, Commercial and Procurement
- Support customer presentations and product submissions
- Ensure products meet quality, cost and manufacturing requirements
- Identify opportunities for product improvement and innovation
What We’re Looking For
- NPD/Product Development experience within bakery, cakes, desserts or related food manufacturing
- Understanding of the concept-to-launch process
- Experience supporting factory trials and product scale-up
- Strong organisation and project management skills
- Commercial awareness around product cost and feasibility
- Confident working cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- A genuine interest in food, innovation and bakery development
The Opportunity
A strong opportunity for an NPD professional looking to develop their career within bakery, gain further exposure to commercial product development and work on products that move from the development kitchen into full-scale production.
Interested?
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Senior Product Developer- Bakery in Manchester employer: Blakeney Point Search & Selection
As a leading food manufacturer, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. With a strong focus on professional development, we offer numerous growth opportunities and encourage innovation in procurement strategies. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a collaborative environment where every contribution is valued, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the food industry.
Contact Details:
Blakeney Point Search & Selection Recruitment Team
