Innovation Development Manager

Summary

Are you an experienced NPD professional looking for a new and exciting opportunity in a forward thinking business? If, so this could be a great step for your career, as Innovations Development Manager, salary £40,000 - £50,000 with benefits in Shropshire.

Job Description

Our client is a market leader in its sector operating across the UK and in Europe too. The business has experienced growth within the last year and there is a real focus to delivery innovation and development across the business units. As such the company is looking to strengthen its development and innovation teams with the UKs best talent in this sector.

As Innovations Development Manager you will be responsible for driving innovation within two of the business sites, working cross functionally to understand the needs of the customer and driving projects to end delivery. You will work on products from concept to launch and will be involved in running factory trials as well as working in a creative, blue sky environment. As innovations development manager you will focus on providing cost effective new product, process and packaging development and technical support to the Dairy Crest business.

To be considered for this highly interesting and demanding role you will have a food industry background and will be educated to degree level in food science or related degree. You will have a proven track record of delivering commercially viable, innovative products into a competitive market and your communication skills both verbally and written will be of an exceptional standard.

This really is a unique opportunity to join a UK based Blue Chip business with an enviable product range in both the branded and own label sectors. Timescale is tight so apply today!

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