NPD Raw Material Coordinator
* Annual Salary: Competitive (Details upon application)
* Location: North Somerset
* Job Type: Full-time
Reed Food & FMCG are currently representing a leading food manufacturing company specialising in flavourings and seasonings. We are seeking a motivated and energetic NPD Raw Material Coordinator, focusing on optimising the use of raw materials in new product development.
Day-to-Day of the Role:
* Proactively source new and provenance ingredients for product development.
* Represent the NPD team in raw material meetings and monitor the status of existing materials, working closely with the supply chain.
* Solve problems related to raw materials alongside the Technical and Supply Chain teams.
* Keep the NPD team informed of any changes in raw material status.
* Evaluate and approve replacement raw materials in seasoning applications.
* Work with the Technical team to streamline and manage the approval process for new raw materials.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Creative problem-solving skills with the ability to think outside the box.
* Proactive initiative and a self-starter attitude.
* Strong technical acumen with a thorough understanding of safety and legal standards in food production.
* Experience in dealing with ingredient suppliers and managing product quality and availability.
* A keen interest in the food industry, staying updated on trends and innovations.
* Commercial awareness with an understanding of cost management, scalability, and production feasibility.
* Solution-oriented mindset with tenacity and resilience.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Benefits:
* Competitive pension scheme.
* WPA Healthcare NHS Top-up Scheme effective upon successful completion of the probationary period.
* Death in Service policy of twice the basic salary, including access to the Help and Hand Benefits Scheme.
* Employee Benefits Scheme offering discounts with major retailers and an Employee Assistance Programme.
* Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with service, plus additional days for Christmas shutdown.
To apply for the NPD Raw Material Coordinator position, please submit your up-to-date CV to be considered for interview.