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Development Technologist (FTC)

Employer
Blue Spark
Location
South West England
Salary
£negotiable
Closing date
11 Sep 2018

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Contract Type
Permanent
Function
Development
Business Sector
Food Manufacturing

Job Details

The Company

Priding themselves on quality and service, this highly recognised business supplies a range of chilled, award winning products to the major multiples with innovation at the forefront of all they do. They are now seeking a like-minded Development Technologist who can push the boundaries to help achieve further market success in line with their high standards.

The Role 

Reporting to the NPD Manager you will take responsibility for the development of creative products and solutions for both new and existing ranges in response to retail customer briefs. This will involve managing projects through all the stages of the NPD process from concept to launch, encompassing creative development and factory trials as well as being mindful of costings and technical requirements. You’ll also be keeping up with seasonal food trends and undertaking competitor analysis whilst benchmarking and presenting products to customers and capturing potential new business opportunities.

An important aspect of the role will include liaising closely with suppliers and major retail customers, working in close partnership with them to ensure your products are developed and launched in line with brand values. In addition you will take responsibility for carrying out launch reviews, monitoring product performance and market data to help ensure the continued success of this established business.

The Candidate

Suit a really ambitious and driven Development Technologist with previous experience in food manufacturing who is looking to take their career to the next level. A keen eye for emerging food trends is essential as well as a good understanding of the creative and technical aspects of the product development process. You must have excellent communication and presentation skills coupled with the ability to build and maintain solid working relationships with key customers. You’ll also need exceptional attention to detail alongside great project management and organisation skills in order to achieve success in this challenging and rewarding role.

If you have a passion for food innovation and are looking to make your mark in a rapidly expanding food business then apply now or call 0345 2600 737 for more information.

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Also, please note that we are only able to accept and respond to applications from candidates with eligibility to work in the UK and those who hold valid work visas.

Company

Blue Spark is a boutique recruitment consultancy for the Food and Drinks industry, satisfying a growing appetite for intelligent and ethical recruitment.

Working entirely free of commission, we source high calibre candidates for some of the most exciting organisations in the field.

Our friendly and creative consultants seek the perfect match with every appointment – be it graduate or director level, permanent or interim.

Established by Food professionals in 2006, our vast experience and intuitive grasp of market trends has earned us the superb reputation we enjoy today.

With a particular commitment to openness and innovation, Blue Spark offers a truly comprehensive range of recruitment solutions across all sectors of the Food and Drinks industry.

These include:

• Search and Selection

• Advertised Search

• Executive Search

• Database Search

• Proactive Candidate Generation

So whether you're seeking that dream job in Food and Drink, or the perfect people for your growing business, Blue Spark can deliver.

Company info
Website
Telephone
0345 2600 737
Location
34 - 36 The Broadway
Haywards Heath
West Sussex
RH16 3AL
United Kingdom

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