At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead product development from concept to commercialisation in the beverage industry.
- Company: Fast-growing FoodTech start-up with record revenues and innovative projects.
- Benefits: Flexible working, creative environment, and opportunity for significant impact.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team and shape the future of beverage products.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of creating next-gen beverage products and drive innovation.
- Qualifications: Strong background in product development and technical expertise in food science.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
Location: London | Hybrid, Flexible Working
Reports to: CEO
We're looking for a Head of Product Development & Laboratory to lead the creation and commercialisation of the next generation of beverage products. This is a rare opportunity to own product development end-to-end — from first concept, through lab-scale trials, to full commercial production. You'll combine creativity with deep technical expertise. We develop innovative liquid products across multiple consumer brands and hospitality concepts, partnering with household names on innovative concepts. This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing venture backed start-up which has seen record revenues month on month, and be central to its next stage of growth.
What You'll Do
- Own Product Development
- Lead the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to commercialisation
- Turn creative ideas into commercially viable formulations, balancing flavour, function, cost, shelf life and manufacturability
- Build and manage an innovation pipeline spanning multiple brands and categories
- Establish best-in-class development processes to support long‑term growth
- Drive Technical Excellence
- Ensure lab‑developed products can be reliably replicated in commercial production
- Own formulation, ingredient selection, processing methods and product specifications
- Maintain quality, taste and stability throughout manufacturing and shelf life
- Set rigorous scientific testing, validation and quality standards
- Design every formulation for repeatability, scalability and efficiency
- Guide products from bench‑scale development to full commercial production
- Work closely with co‑manufacturers to industrialise formulations across CPG and hospitality channels
- Support the build‑out of in‑house manufacturing capability where it makes sense
- Troubleshoot production challenges and optimise formulations for efficiency
Head of Product Development & Laboratory - FoodTech in London employer: The Marketing Meetup Ltd
As a Managing Partner in eCommerce at our global media network, you will thrive in a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises innovation and collaboration. With a focus on employee growth, we offer extensive professional development opportunities and the chance to lead high-profile projects across Europe and North America, all while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid working model in vibrant London. Join us to make a significant impact in the digital commerce landscape and be part of a team that values your expertise and vision.
