NPD Technologist (12-Month FTC) – Bakery Innovator

Lantmannen Unibake; Bedford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bakery company in Bedford is seeking an NPD Technologist to join their Marketing & Innovation team. In this role, you will manage the development of bakery products from concept to launch, ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. The ideal candidate has a degree in Food Science or Marketing and experience in food manufacturing. If you are passionate about food and eager to drive innovation, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Managing product development from concept to launch.
• Experience in food manufacturing or product development.
• Strong understanding of UK and EU food legislation.

Responsibilities

• Supporting factory trials and ensuring smooth handovers.
• Coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver results.
• Driving food trends into exciting product innovations.

Skills

Project management

Food trend analysis

Communication

Creativity

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Food Science, Marketing, or related

Job description

A leading bakery company in Bedford is seeking an NPD Technologist to join their Marketing & Innovation team. In this role, you will manage the development of bakery products from concept to launch, ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. The ideal candidate has a degree in Food Science or Marketing and experience in food manufacturing. If you are passionate about food and eager to drive innovation, we would love to hear from you.