Senior R&D Technologist – Bakery Innovation & Training

Puratos Group; Fringford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food solutions company is seeking a Senior Development Technologist to join their team in Fringford. The role involves delivering technical expertise, developing innovative products, and maintaining strong customer relationships. Ideal candidates will possess hands-on experience in Bakery, Patisserie or Chocolate, along with creativity and technical knowledge. Benefits include a competitive salary, company car allowance, private medical insurance, and up to five weeks annual leave.

Benefits

Company Car or Cash Allowance

Annual Bonus Scheme

Generous Pension Plan

Private Medical Insurance

Up to 5 Weeks Annual Leave

Learning & Development Programs

Wellbeing Initiatives

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Program

Refer a Friend Scheme

High Street Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in Bakery, Patisserie or Chocolate.
• Ability to travel in the UK and occasionally abroad (40% on average).
• Hold a Drivers’ license and a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical service and expertise to customers.
• Maintain and grow business through customer relations.
• Develop new products in collaboration with customers.

Skills

Creativity

Problem-solving

Customer relationship management

Technical knowledge on ingredients

Presentation skills

Education

Secondary education in Bakery/Pastry

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM tools

SAP tools

Job description

A leading global food solutions company is seeking a Senior Development Technologist to join their team in Fringford. The role involves delivering technical expertise, developing innovative products, and maintaining strong customer relationships. Ideal candidates will possess hands-on experience in Bakery, Patisserie or Chocolate, along with creativity and technical knowledge. Benefits include a competitive salary, company car allowance, private medical insurance, and up to five weeks annual leave.