NPD Technologist / Development Technologist
Bakery

Bristol
£up to 30,000 pa DOE

4-day week – 7am – 3pm

Working on behalf of an award-winning bakery with a number of retail outlets across the South West, we are now seeking a NPD Technologist to join their team at their main production site in Bristol. This is an amazing opportunity to join a company that manages to retain its “family feel” and that prides it self on their staff longevity and premium products.

The purpose of your role will be to play a key role in driving product innovation and ensuring that bakery products align with market trends and company objectives. This role offers fantastic opportunities to develop and for a “passionate foodie” there are endless development opportunities.

NPD Technologist / Development Technologist Key tasks

Oversee the entire development process, ensuring projects meet time and cost specifications.
Design and present new, innovative products while continuously improving or re-engineering existing ones to optimise performance and cost.
Conduct market research to keep the business competitive and identify growth opportunities.

NPD Technologist / Development Technologist Experience / Qualifications Required:

Proven experience in product development within bakery, focusing on innovation, recipe development and product stability (shelf life, texture, flavour enhancements).
Strong passion for the food industry and baking, demonstrated in both personal or professional settings.
Excellent understanding of market trends and product positioning.
Self-motivated and able to drive projects independently.

Key Words - Innovation, NPD Technologist, NPD Development, Graduate NPD