Job Description

We blend care and creativity to nourish the world.



Griffith Foods is global product development partner, we specialize in high-quality food ingredients. We serve global food companies and regional food companies worldwide.

As a family business, we've valued people above all else for 100 years. Griffith is renowned for true, collaborative innovation. Our people care. We're committed to helping our customers create better products - and a better, more sustainable world. Learn more about Griffith Foods on www.griffithfoods.com

Purpose of the role:

To create/ develop winning new products and maintain the existing product portfolio aligned with customer requirements by defining/ delivering technical solutions for business projects, on time in full, including implementation / optimisation at customer premises.

Participate in delivery of the technical aspects of projects that deliver the growth and profitability of the European business for specific customer(s).

To develop on-going relationships with specified customers by providing a point of contact for customer's technical function (usually with Sales or manager).

Responsibilities:

To work collaboratively with marketing and customers to enable delivery of authentic, marketable, profitable products. Create, formulate, and provide process parameters for new product developments aligned with customer, legislative and food safety requirements within the scope of Griffith long range plan and purpose driven strategy. Follow GCI process under guidance in order to maintain existing business through formula optimisation (price, quality), and/or range extensions, evaluation of new / alternative raw materials in product applications, and reducing complexity. Participates and engages fully in production trials of new products both internally and at customer locations; provides technical support in resolving on-going issues. A degree of travel and flexibility is required. Effective operation of Griffith computer systems including timely and accurate entry of formula data into GF Apps to ensure effective commercialisation of new products; utilisation of the CRM system; sample and raw material management systems. Develops close working relationships with selected / assigned customers through regular direct contact thereby ensuring that the business understands the customer's requirements (ingredient, product, and legislative restrictions), their operational processes and their technical requirements. Writes and conducts product presentations, workshops and Griffith Foods capabilities presentations to the customer showing our products in application & a marketable format. Participates in the generation of new products to support the proactive category and insight lead presentations To work to tight deadlines set by our customer & ensure that briefs are effectively met within stated timescales. To liaise with key internal departments e.g. purchasing, quality etc, such that the needs of projects are met. Attend and contribute to the site Product and Process Integrity meeting. Due to the nature of the role, there must be no limitations for product sampling, therefore no allergies or food restrictions. Proactively and visibly supports the Health and Safety standards, rules and regulations of the organisation

Requirements:

Either a degree in Food Technology or related subject OR proven relevant on the job experience. Minimum level of previous experience required - for example University Placement or previous experience in a food manufacturing environment English prerequisite (additional second language a plus) Full driving Licence (preferred) Computer Skills: Windows, Excel, PowerPoint, Words, Outlook. Creativity skills Culinary skills Commercial awareness Good time management Good degree of self-motivation Good communication skills

Working at Griffith Foods

We are a caring family company where everyone has the opportunity to grow, follow their own personal Purpose and find fulfillment in their work. We support each other, demonstrate mutual respect and nourish people's well-being.

We believe in doing the right thing, especially when it is hard to do and recognize that our success depends on our customers' success consequently, we work together, leveraging our skills, knowledge and ideas to create exceptional products and solutions.

We value diversity at our company and celebrate our cultural and personal differences, knowing that together, we create a unique source of strength. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability you may contact us at recruiting@griffithfoods.com