Job Title: Junior NPD Technologist
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Type: Permanent // Full Time
Work Hours: 40 Hours per week // Monday to Friday
Overview:
The Flavour Network has partnered with a leading pet food business to help them find an ambitious NPD Technologist to join their innovative team based in Nottingham. This is an exciting opportunity for a Junior Developer or Technologist looking to take the next step in New Product Development. As the Junior NPD Technologist, you will play a key role in all aspects of product development, from market research and recipe formulation to testing, while collaborating with top manufacturers and cross-functional teams. With access to cutting-edge facilities and the chance to contribute to the growth of a fast-paced, industry-leading company, this is an opportunity that doesn’t come around every day!!
Responsibilities for the Junior NPD Technologist
* Collaborating with cross-functional teams (marketing, procurement, production) to ensure successful product development and launch.
* Conducting market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and customer preferences that inform product development.
* Assisting in the formulation of new product recipes, considering factors like ingredient functionality, cost, and nutritional needs.
* Conducting product testing, including sensory analysis, shelf-life testing, and nutritional evaluations....