We're recruiting an NPD Technologist to join the product development team of a leading food manufacturer. This is a hands-on role managing new and modified chilled / short shelf-life products from concept through to factory launch, working closely with NPD, Technical, Commercial, Marketing and Production teams. Key Responsibilities Manage NPD and EPD projects against agreed timelines Develop chilled and short shelf-life food products Coordinate and attend factory trials, product sampling and shelf-life testing Support industrial validations, costings and product documentation Manage project critical paths and communicate progress to stakeholders Research food trends and identify new product opportunities Coordinate pre-launch, launch and post-launch activities Support successful product handover into manufacturing You'll ideally have: Practical experience of factory trials, sampling and shelf-life analysis Strong project and time management skills Excellent communication and organisational skills The ability to manage multiple projects and work independently A proactive, hands-on approach to product development Degree or equivalent in Food Science, Food Technology or a related discipline would be advantageousA great opportunity to develop your NPD career within an established food manufacturer, gaining exposure to the full product development lifecycle and working on a varied portfolio of products. If you're an NPD Technologist, Food Technologist or Product Development Technologist looking for your next opportunity, apply today for a confidential discussion. Contact Adam on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)