NPD Technoligist - Food
Co. Longford - onsite
Lincoln are working with a food manufacturing business for an NPD Technologist to lead product development and portfolio management for pet food, ensuring nutritional compliance, innovation, and customer satisfaction from concept to launch.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage R&D activities across multiple customer accounts and formats.
* Develop recipes, diets, and claims aligned with brand and regulatory standards.
* Drive NPD/EPD projects from idea to market launch, meeting timelines.
* Partner with site, commercial, and customer teams to deliver effective solutions.
* Monitor product performance, market trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities.
Qualifications
* Degree in Food Science, Animal Nutrition, or related field.
* Experience in product development within pet food or food manufacturing.
* Knowledge of nutrition, food science, legislation, and NPD processes.
Skills & Competencies
* Strong communicator with proven project management skills.
* Innovative and strategic thinker with problem-solving ability.
* Able to build strong relationships and deliver results independently.
For more information, contact Lee Doheny at Lincoln Recruitment.