Do you have a strong knowledge of food trends and the emerging market if so then this could be the perfect role for you!!
We have an exciting new opportunity for a Product Development Technologist to join our existing team in our state-of-the-art Ice Kitchen at Deeside
Overall Purpose:
As part of a team across Frozen, Chilled and Grocery Chambers (Own Label, Exclusive Brands and Branded Lines): you will work closely with the development Chefs in the briefing, preparation, assessment, managed feedback and iterative development of products
Development activities include Benchmarking, Range Reviews, Product Briefing, Product Panelling, Innovation Product Showcases, Supplier Innovation Meetings and Food Development Centre (Kitchen) Events.
Closely monitor the competition and retailer launches, seeking and highlighting opportunities for Iceland Product Development.
Lead Market Reviews to define key benchmarks and perform biannual benchmarking sessions to ensure Iceland products exceed / have parity with the agreed benchmark. Provide clear documented outputs of the benchmarking to key stakeholders and lead any follow up actions
Specialised Skills & Knowledge
Relevant Product Development experience/qualification(s) in a related area (Food/FMCG)
Relevant product area knowledge/experience of delivering NPD to the market and the development process
Food Preparation / Culinary Skills necessary along with a passion for food
Customer focused
Strong Initiative with proactive and collaborative ways of working
Personable and able build strong relationship and collaborate with all stakeholders and suppliers
Able to multitask and prioritise effectively
Agile and open minded in approach
Work well under pressure and to tight deadlines
Proficient use of Microsoft Office packages
Alongside this we can offer you:
A very competitive salary with an excellent benefits package
25 days holiday, plus 8 days bank holiday
15% store discount, 30% club individual restaurant discount
Free parking
Highly subsidised restaurant onsite with our own Michelin Star Chef!
Subsidised Costa onsite
Discounted gym membership
Charity fundraising events
Educational sponsorship
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
Long service awards
Reward & recognition
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