NPD Technologist

NPD Technologist / Development TechnologistBakery

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 TechnologistKey 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 TechnologistExperience / 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