Job Description

About The Role

Join Our Dynamic NPD Team at

Forza Foods

!



We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for as

Specialist

- NPD

to become a vital part of our onsite

Commercial Team

at

Forza Foods. If you are passionate about New Product Development and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this role is perfect for you!

Position Details:

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5pm (Flexibility is required)
Location: Forza Foods, Normanton - Site based role (occasional travel to our Kober site in Cleckheaton)
Contract Type: Permanent

Key Responsibilities:

Carrying out factory line trials and recording all necessary information in line with critical path: Liaison with production and planning teams to secure line time and resource Producing factory trial samples Completion of factory trial documents Preparation of samples for nutritional analysis Carrying out internal re-heat guideline generation and sending samples for external validation Creation of Asda QAS and internal process QAS documents following factory trials Conducting shelf life trials and organoleptic testing on site for all EPD and NPD Management of organoleptic testing from factory trials Preparation of product for transit trials Attendance at 1st production to ensure product meets required quality parameters Attend Asda panels and meetings when required EPD projects such as quality improvements, cost out / efficiency improvements Coordinating samples for all requirements in conjunction with development assistant All necessary administration duties for the department Working with suppliers where required, such as finding solutions to process challenges Communicate effectively with cross functional teams Build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders

What are we looking for?

Knowledge of product range and tiering Understanding of all factory processes Understanding of food nutrition and micro Understanding of sensory analysis In depth understanding of food safety Cross functional working Ability to influence Ability to work to deadlines with an understanding of critical path Decision making Self-motivation and organisation Flexible approach to working week Relevant Food Technology Qualification Food safety Sensory Training HACCP

What's in it for you?

At

IPL, Forza, and Kober, we're dynamic businesses, dedicated to fostering the development of our colleagues and creating an exceptional work environment. We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration to drive our success. To continue our growth, we're seeking individuals who embody our values, culture, and commitment.



In return, we offer opportunities for professional development, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:


15% Asda In-store Discount Annual Bonus Scheme 33 days Annual Leave - Inclusive of 8 days bank holiday Enhanced pension scheme ? Life Assurance - All our colleagues benefit from life assurance of 4 x their annual base salary Help@hand - Free, direct access to health and wellbeing support service, including unlimited video consultations with a UK-based GP 24/7, physiotherapy, and mental health support Grocery Aid - We've partnered with Grocery Aid to provide our colleagues and their families with a wide range of emotional, practical, and financial support services Electric Vehicle Scheme
Asda Mobile Discount - 30% off a wide range of Asda Mobile bundles and add-ons for our colleagues and one of their family members Discounted health assessments - We have exclusively negotiated rates on Self-Pay BUPA Health Assessments for you and members of your household Asda Pet Insurance discount - Up to 10% Discount Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB) - MAB can provide fee-free, no-obligation mortgage and protection advice
Exclusive Exchange Rates via Asda Money - our colleagues can get a better exchange rate for their travel money when buying currency through Asda Travel Money (TravelEx) Ride-to-work scheme - We work with Evans to provide our colleagues with great savings across their range of bikes, clothing, and equipment
?+ ? Care Concierge - The Care Experts. Talk to us - we're listening - Legal & General's Care Concierge resource

Plus, lots more! Depending on job band, other fantastic benefits are also available including private healthcare, car allowances, and long-term incentive schemes.

Like what you've read? Then do your research, update your CV, and once you're ready, hit the apply button. Don't delay, apply today!

About Us

Our

purpose

here at

IPL, Forza & Kober is simple, we are one team who creates exceptional value for our customers and our

mission

is to support

Asda

on their journey to becoming #2 in the marketplace.



Through our people we live and breathe our

values

and we play to our strengths, but we also support each other's development. We are a community of passionate individuals who possess a wide variety of skills and expertise, who work collectively to form a high performing team and a company to be proud of.



We are committed to a fully inclusive business that is representative of our customers, locations and the communities we serve. We recognise the value in diversity and welcome applications from all candidates regardless of sex, age, race, religion, gender or sexual identity and socio-economic background. We are committed to making

IPL, Forza and Kober a place where everyone can enjoy a successful career and have systems in place to support all our colleagues. We are seeking applications from candidates who share our values, culture and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

Our culture is our people and our people are our culture!