Full job descriptionNPD Process Technologist
Location: Coventry
Salary: £30-35k
Ready to turn bold food ideas into supermarket-ready success stories? Join a fast-paced UK NPD team where creativity meets real-world production.


The Opportunity
We’re looking for a hands-on NPD Process Technologist to help bring exciting new food concepts to life. Based in Coventry, you’ll play a key role in delivering innovative products from kitchen bench to full-scale factory launch, working at pace, solving challenges, and making a tangible impact on business growth.


What You’ll Be Doing
*Own the process from idea to launch

Translate concepts into scalable, factory-ready products - hitting cost, quality and waste targets every step of the way.
*Get stuck into trials & production

Lead factory trials, capture critical data, and ensure everything runs smoothly, from ingredient ordering to detailed reporting within 72 hours.
*Create, test & innovate

Develop product concepts in the kitchen, stay on top of food trends, and work closely with suppliers to bring fresh ideas to the table.
*Collaborate across the business

Partner with teams across NPD, Packaging, Technical, Operations, Engineering and more, driving projects forward together.
*Deliver compliant, high-quality launches

Own key documentation including cost cards, specs, QAS, and validation processes to ensure safe, robust product launches.
*Support customers & suppliers

Present samples, manage submissions, and ensure nutritional and testing data is accurate and ready.


What Makes This Role Exciting
*Work on multiple projects at pace - no two days the same
*Take products all the way from blue-sky concept to supermarket shelf
*Be hands-on in both kitchen and factory environments
*Collaborate with UK & European teams and customers
*Influence innovation while thinking commercially and practically


What You’ll Bring
*Degree in Food Science / Food Technology (or equivalent experience)
*Experience in food manufacturing or NPD (bakery a bonus!)
*A passion for food trends and innovation
*Strong organisational skills & attention to detail
*Ability to juggle multiple projects and work at pace
*Confident communicator with a collaborative approach
*Comfortable in both kitchen and factory environments
*Flexible approach to hours when trials demand it


The Details
*Based in Coventry with occasional travel (customers, suppliers, site visits)
*Driving licence beneficial
*Exposure to cross-functional teams and real career development


If this looks of interest, click apply and I will be in touch with more details!