What is the role of an NPD Technologist at Pots & Co?

Well, you will have the opportunity to work on the whole NPD process, from concept through to launch. You will be a big part of a small team working closely to develop new and existing products. The role presents an excellent opportunity for long-term career progression within the business, as training and development opportunities will be provided to the right candidate.

 

Key Tasks and Areas of Responsibility

  • Working with the Senior Development Manager to prepare and develop new and existing recipes.

  • To assist in sourcing and procurement of the highest quality ingredients for new and existing products/concepts.

  • To carry out research and development of products and raw materials, to drive concept and process development.

  • To assist the Senior Development Manager in scaling up kitchen recipes as part of a factory trial.

  • To work with the team on competitor benchmarking and various market analysis.

Further Role Requirements

  • To assist with product tasting sessions and record the relevant feedback.

  • To produce and manage all sample requests that are to be sent to customer for Innovation presentations.

  • To store and record samples from production trials for shelf-life analysis.

  • To ensure all documentation is completed for new product creation and and kept up to date, as part of the product development

  • To work with a cross functional team to provide an NPD handover at various stages.

Key Attributes

  • Highly driven and motivated individual with a can-do attitude to problem solving, with a strong desire to get the job done.

  • Strong team working skills with an appetite to work cross functionally within a close-knit team.

  • Highly organized individual who listens and retains information and keeps abreast with multiple development requirements.

  • Well-developed communication skills are essential within the business generally. The right candidate should be able to easily build positive working relationships with their colleagues.

Qualifications, Background and Experience:

  • Food related degree or similar level of education.

  • 1 year experience within the food industry preferred.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (excel, word and outlook)

Reports to – Senior Development Manager

Type of Position – Full time

Location – Main Office, NW10 7ST

If this sounds like the right recipe for you, drop us an email on work@potsandco.com with a covering letter and your CV!