Job Description

My job

As a Senior NPD Technologist based in Craigavon, you will work closely with the Site NPD Manager, Technical, Commercial and Central Teams to deliver the strategy for your categories/customers, manage costings, the critical path , ensure product submissions are delivered to a high standard and products are technically compliant Project manage effective and timely launches to meet key site deliverables.

You will be responsible for and required to undertake the following duties:

Detailed and clear Understanding of the NPD Process, concept to launch. Excellent communication skills at all levels and with all departments. Generate and Manage Costings continually throughout the NPD process against targets set out in the briefs. Manage EPD projects. Work closely with the Group Development Chef, Group Packaging Manager and Procurement team Project and Critical Path Management To produce concept samples on time for presentation to customers, along with Submission forms. Ensure the accurate recording of information regarding final product sign off, processes, new ingredients and packaging. Handover folders to be transferred in a timely manner to Finance, Technical, Operations, Planning & procurement. Continually assess current products, to recommend and redevelop where necessary to ensure they reflect current market requirements. Ensure that the appropriate records are produced and retained, recording all product development activity. All records to be kept up-to-date and available. Assume overall responsibility for the safety of self and others whilst at work ensuring that all requirements as trained and laid down within the Company handbook, Company Health and Safety and Hygiene policies are implemented, adhered to, monitored and maintained. Act as an 'ambassador' for Pilgrims, ensuring professional conduct, approach and personal presentation at all times. Flexibility for travel to the UK when required

Knowledge, Skills, Experience:

Experience in Project management, critical path and NPD Stage Gate management Excellent Time Management and organisation Experienced and resilient problem-solver Keen eye for detail 3+ years' experience in the food industry Proven track record with launching new products and effective planning and organizational skills. Excellent IT skills for writing, accessing, analysing and reporting of data. Power point presentations Good working knowledge of excel spreadsheets and formula writing. Proven experience driving an exciting food culture that puts our products at the heart of what we do.

Experience/Qualifications

Degree in food or relevant qualification Equivalent transferable experience within Food manufacturing Full clean drivers license

The company

Pilgrim's Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.


Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.


Across Pilgrim's Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim's Europe team are based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses.

What we'll bring to the table

Competitive Salary

Competitive Holiday Entitlement

Pension Contribution

Family Friendly Policies

Learning and Development Opportunities

Life Assurance

People matter

Our values

Determination

Simplicity

Availability

Humility

Discipline

Sincerity

Ownership