Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled Food Technologist to join our team. The successful candidate will work closely with the buying team to develop fresh food products across various categories.
This is an exciting opportunity for a talented professional to make a meaningful contribution to our company's success.
Key Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with suppliers to ensure quality standards and specifications are met for both product and packaging.
* Ensure compliance with legislation and internal policies throughout product development.
* Manage and update online product specifications to guarantee approval before market release.
* Follow structured product development processes to achieve efficiency.
* Benchmark market opportunities for product or process improvements.
* Support sustainable packaging solutions aligning with environmental targets.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
A third-level degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Food Business, or relevant courses is required. Excellent project management skills, communication, and influencing abilities are essential. A minimum of 2 years' experience in the FMCG sector/food manufacturing/retailer environment, preferably in a transferable role such as Development/Project Management/Technical, is preferred. Functional hands-on experience in supplier and product selection, product quality optimization, supplier negotiation, and project management and planning is necessary.
Benefits:
This role offers a competitive salary package, bonus, pension, life assurance, and agile working arrangements. Opportunities for career growth and professional development are available.
Additional Information:
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Suitable applicants can be contacted directly.