Senior NPD Technologist

Karro

Tipperary
Permanent
Full-time

23 days ago

The RoleManage with the wider business cross functional teams to implement development plans to quality, cost, and timescale, across brand/own label, for the European Seafood & Pork Divisions. Working closely with all the relevant functions, to ensure customer and site expectations are met. End to end concept to launch with critical path generation and ownership required.AutoReqId3478BRCompanySofina FoodsHours of WorkFull timeKey Accountabilities

To deliver the prioritised work programme across identified categories as directed by Senior Development Manager
To ensure agreed NPD project milestones are met on approved NPD projects
To represent the department at the specified NPD meetings.
Ensure that new product samples and factory costs are available in a timely fashion for presentations (internal & external)
Liaise with relevant customers when required to ensure excellent communication of process,
responding to their agenda
Liaise with marketing/account manager, operations, packaging, business performance etc. to deliver project to timescale/cost/quality
Source ingredients and cost materials to support budget requirements
Keep abreast of food trends within the seafood, pork and wider industry, innovation to be at the forefront of thinking
Be able to demonstrate food knowledge to internal and external customers
Provide information as required for BP, packaging, technical and operations - running trials as appropriate
Where directed may have direct report responsibility or mentor Junior member of NPD team

Skills and Experience Required

HNC/HND (Food Science or technology) or minimum 3 years relevant experience
Ideally proven experience in the development of chilled and frozen seafood products.
Capable of communicating and presenting effectively with internal & external customers
Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
Strong numeracy and experience in costing concept products
Can demonstrate all or some career experience within Innovation in food, and must have a passion for food

Company InformationSofina Foods is more than just a food company. It's a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact on the world.With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, including Young's Seafood and Karro Food Group.At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will also have the opportunity to work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents.Sofina Foods has a 25 year history of excellence in the food industry and provides over 500 million meals for the global market every year.Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the worldIf you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you.Benefits

Competitive rates
Canteen
On-site parking
Referral programme

AdRefMPINDScheduleMonday to Friday

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