Interim Development Technologist

Merseyside
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£300 per day
Joe Rees-Davies
Consultant – NPD & R&D

Are you ready to dive into an exciting role with a global business?

Our client is currently seeking an Interim Development Technologist to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment within the chilled category, collaborating with several customers to bring innovative products to market.

Joining this dynamic organization, you'll have the support of a great team around you as you contribute to the company's center of excellence for NPD. This role offers a unique chance to immerse yourself in a global business environment and make a meaningful impact. Don't wait any longer – seize this opportunity and apply now for your next career adventure!

You will be responsible for, but not limited to:

  • Working closely with the group development Chef / Group Packaging Manager and Procurement team to define the requirements for product development·       
  • Project management of works plans, activity and launch trackers with the commercial and site teams·       
  • Mentor and coach site process roles NPD process
  • To communicate at all levels sharing information, knowledge, instructions, advise, support and understanding of all Bromborough open briefs
  • Generation of costings for all products developed and subsequently tweaked throughout the whole development process up to launch.  Review against targets set out in the briefs
  • Developing new and creative products as well as re-engineering existing products where appropriate
  • Ensure the group launch procedure is adhered to at all times and identify industry best practices that may benefit our processes if adopted.
  • Work with the Purchasing department to ensure raw materials are sourced at the appropriate price and from technically approved (inc. customers) suppliers
  • To produce concept samples on time for presentation to customers, complete with relevant paperwork.  
     

What's required?

  • Project management, critical path and toll gate process management
  • Experienced and resilient problem-solver
  • 10+ years’ experience in the food industry
  • Proven track record with launching new products and effective planning and organizational skills
  • Proven man management experience
  • Excellent IT skills for writing, accessing, analyzing reporting of data
  • Power point presentations
  • Good working knowledge of excel spreadsheets and formula writing
  • Proven experience driving an exciting food culture within the business that puts our products at the heart of what we do.

What's in it for you?

£300.00 - £350.00 per day

Plus expenses

Do you think you fit the criteria?

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