NPD Executive, Food Innovation
If you’re someone who thrives on turning ideas into real, on-shelf products, this opportunity offers the perfect blend of creativity, ownership, and commercial impact.
This is a hands-on NPD role where you’ll take ownership of projects from concept right through to launch. Working closely with the NPD Manager and cross-functional teams, you’ll play a key role in shaping innovative food products for both retail and foodservice markets across Ireland and the UK.
You’ll be joining a progressive and well-invested food business where innovation is genuinely valued, and where your ideas won’t sit on the shelf, they’ll make it to market.
What’s on offer
Role Type: Full-Time Permanent
Location: Monday to Friday, No Weekends
Competitive salary, depending on experience
Company pension contribution
Ongoing training and development opportunities
20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Regular team events and initiatives
Bike to Work scheme
On-site parking
Long-term career progression within a growing business
Strong work-life balance with structured hours
Modern NPD kitchen and supportive production environment
Full product lifecycle exposure, from concept to launch
Key responsibilities
Lead the development of new food products from concept through to launch
Create and refine recipes to meet quality, cost, and nutritional targets
Stay ahead of market trends, identifying new opportunities for innovation
Plan and execute kitchen trials and factory scale-ups
Support the transition from development into full production
Maintain accurate documentation, including specs and formulations
Work closely with customers on bespoke product development projects
Support product presentations, tastings, and technical queries
Collaborate with suppliers to source ingredients and drive innovation
What we’re looking for
Experience in food product development, ideally within chilled, prepared, or ready-to-eat categories
A qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, Culinary Arts, or similar
Strong understanding of ingredients, processing, and sensory evaluation
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
A passion for food, innovation, and continuous improvement
Full, clean driver’s licence
Interested?
If you’re exploring new opportunities in 2026 and want to be part of a business where your ideas truly make an impact, apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation.
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