Pilgrim's Europe
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Location: Bromborough
Department: Product & Innovation
Develop Innovative Products from Concept to Launch
Pilgrim's Europe is looking for a passionate Development Technologist to join our Product & Innovation team in Bromborough.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a food-related qualification or experience within food manufacturing who is looking to build their career in New Product Development (NPD). You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to help deliver exciting new and existing products from concept through to launch.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of New Product Development (NPD) and Existing Product Development (EPD) projects.
- Develop products in line with commercial, nutritional, quality, and operational requirements.
- Prepare customer samples for product submissions and presentations.
- Support projects through the Pilgrim's Europe Stage & Gate process.
- Generate and maintain development documentation and customer submission paperwork.
- Work closely with Operations, Technical, Process, and Packaging teams to ensure successful product launches.
- Support the development of the innovation pipeline in line with manufacturing capability and customer requirements.
- Assist with customer presentations, tasting sessions, and product evaluations.
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About You
- Food-related qualification or equivalent experience within the food industry.
- Passion for food, innovation, and consumer trends.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work to deadlines.
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Desirable
- Experience within a food manufacturing, NPD, Product Development, or Innovation role.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Knowledge of retailer product development processes.
Why Join Pilgrim's Europe?
- Opportunity to work with leading retailers and exciting food categories.
- Exposure to the full product development lifecycle.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
- Collaborative and supportive Product & Innovation team.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
If you're passionate about food and looking to develop your career within Product Development and Innovation, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Pilgrim's Europe as a Development Technologist in Bromborough.
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