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NPD Technologist

United Kingdom 28000.00 - 32000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted December 14, 2025
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Are you ready to take the lead in crafting innovative, delicious products for some of the UK's top retailers and brands? We're on the hunt for a NPD Technologist to join our client's forward-thinking team, where your expertise will drive ground-breaking product innovation. This is a customer-facing role that blends creativity, technical skill, and strategic insight. You'll be the linchpin between customer collaboration and the creation of exceptional products, helping shape the future of the food industry.

Job Responsibility

  • Leading end-to-end product development projects, from concept to commercialization
  • Collaborating with customers to understand their needs and deliver tailored, innovative solutions
  • Staying ahead of the curve by researching and interpreting market trends
  • Overseeing trials and ensuring products meet the highest quality and regulatory standards
  • Delivering polished proposals and presentations to customers and internal teams

Requirements

  • Proven experience in a food manufacturing or NPD environment
  • A passion for innovation, with a track record of developing standout products
  • Exceptional communication skills and confidence in customer-facing interactions
  • A proactive, solution-focused mindset with excellent project management abilities

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