Assistant Product Development Manager – Established Food Manufacturer - £45K + Benefits

Job Role:             Assistant Product Development Manager

Location:             Hybrid (Suffolk Office)

Salary:                 £45K + Benefits

My client is a well-established food manufacturer who are passionate about innovation, nutrition and great taste.

They have a fantastic reputation for delivering a range of exceptional products which are household favourites!

They are currently looking for an Assistant Product Development Manager to join their team.

The successful Assistant Product Development Manager will support the NPD team with the development of their Frozen foods products, managing projects from concept to commercialisation, ensuring products meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and consumer appeal.

This is an important role within the business, and it will require candidates to be able to sample all products.

This is the perfect opportunity for a passionate, creative and confident Assistant Product Development Manager to join an exciting business who can match their ambition and offer genuine progression opportunities.

Responsibilities include:

• Project Management: Assist in managing product development projects, including timeline creation, milestone tracking, and cross-functional team coordination.
• Product Innovation: Support the development of new product concepts and recipes, staying abreast of market trends and consumer preferences.
• Technical Expertise: Conduct product testing, sensory evaluations, and shelf-life studies to ensure product quality and safety.
• Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, Marketing, Procurement, and Production teams to bring new products to market efficiently.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all products meet regulatory requirements and company standards.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of product development processes, specifications, and formulations.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings without compromising product quality.

The Ideal Assistant Product Development Manager Candidate:

• Have prior experience of product development and technical project management.
• Be passionate about food innovation and setting excellent standards.
• This role requires you sample all foods.
• Ideally be qualified in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.
• Must have a valid driving licence and be prepared to travel between sites when required.

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality assurance practices.

If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CVs to Mikey at COREcruitment / mikey@corecruitment.com

Job Role:             Assistant Product Development Manager

Location:             Hybrid (Suffolk Office)

Salary:                 £45K + Benefits

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