Senior NPD Technologist

Senior NPD Technologist

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £40-50k

Location: North Wales

Are you passionate about food innovation and ready to take ownership of exciting projects? I have collaborated with a leading food manufacturer who are looking for a Senior NPD Technologist to lead the development of new and existing products for a major account. This is a customer-facing role where creativity meets precision-perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves turning ideas into reality.

What you’ll do

• Manage NPD and EPD projects from concept to launch for key customer accounts.
• Work directly with major retailers, presenting ideas and updates face-to-face and in writing.
• Develop innovative designs and capture emerging trends through market research.
• Drive recipe creation and manage all documentation from concept to launch.
• Source new ingredients and ensure compliance with design, cost, and site requirements.
• Support trials, attend customer submissions, and oversee first product launches.

What we’re looking for

• Experience working in NPD in the food industry (2-3 years would be ideal).
• Degree in a relevant food science subject or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of ingredient functionality and recipe formulation science.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food hygiene standards.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary
• Great benefits package
• Opportunity to innovate and make an impact in a leading food business

Ready to bring your ideas to life? Apply now with your CV and I will be in touch with more information!