Junior NPD (Food) Technologist

Junior NPD Technologist

This role is based within our head office in Runcorn and has the following main responsibilities: 

• Analyse market research, sales data, competitor products, consumer trends and insights.
• Report on new product opportunities based on these insights.
• New product formulation with a view on commercialisation, nutritional benefits and approved claims.
• Upscale from concept to launch effectively communicating with several departments to launch date.
• New product set up on internal systems.
• Develop relationships with external suppliers and contract manufacturers to support the NPD pipeline.
• Supply chain support to minimise risk of interruptions to business.
• Support or carry out trials on new equipment, processes, packaging or ingredients.
• Customer support on nutrition and product enquiries.

You’re Naturally Like This…

• Possess a “can-do” attitude.
• Highly enthusiastic with a drive to improve and develop new ways of working and improving.
• Have a growing strategic mindset and appreciation.
• Avid self-learner.
• Highly motivated self-starter with a flexible attitude.
• Competent at extracting information and make effective use of it.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex topics in simple terms, to a variety of audiences.
  
   

Non-Negotiables

• Previous experience in nutrition, food & drink or supplements sector.
• Educated to degree level in food or nutrition.
• Innovative thinker who is willing to experiment and push boundaries.
• Exceptional eye for detail in both product development and documentation.
• Uses constant self-learning to keep up to date with the latest industry trends.
• An understanding of concept to launch development processes.
• Strong organisational, project management and time-keeping skills.
• Excellent communicator and team player across the business.
• Driven self-starter who thrives working in a fast-paced environment.
• PC literate – Microsoft Office, nutrition systems, product set up systems, etc.
• Interest in food, health & wellness, fitness or nutrition.

We Think This Type of Person Would Kill the Role!

• An exceptional graduate with work placement or work experience in a product development role.
• An NPD Technologist looking to break out from an established team into a high impact role.
• An NPD Technologist looking for that next step up into a role with real responsibility and impact.
• A highly numerate individual looking for a challenging role.
• Someone looking to unleash their potential in a highly commercial organisation.

Join Protein Works: Home of the Best Shakes on the Planet 

Established on December 12th, 2012, Protein Works was driven by a relentless pursuit of innovation in the nutrition industry. Our journey began with a simple yet powerful idea: to rock the foundations of a stagnant industry by prioritising quality, unbeatable taste, and exceptional service. 

From humble beginnings where we huddled around laptops in coffee shops to now having a state-of-the art facility in Cheshire, where we manufacture and ship our products worldwide, we have sold over 250 million shakes and counting, earning the trust of our customers around the world who come to us for products that enable them to lead healthier lives. 

Protein Works today stands proudly as one of the UK’s fastest-growing multi-award-winning consumer food brands, specialising in nutrition-packed protein shakes and meals that not only taste amazing but are nutrition-packed as well.

At Protein Works, we believe in more than just superficial results. We're focused on helping our customers feel better, not just look good. We understand that if healthy can taste good, then we're not just selling products; we're partnering with our customers on their journey to a healthier, more balanced life.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in every aspect of our brand: from our state-of-the-art, in-house production facilities to our experienced team of nutritionists and industry experts. We meticulously craft each product to deliver the absolute best flavour, texture, and nutrition, catering to a variety of dietary needs and preferences. Whether it's our premium protein shakes, complete meals, wellness supplements, or high protein snacks, every Protein Works product undergoes rigorous testing to meet our high standards and deliver exceptional value to our customers.

But beyond our products, it's our people who truly define us. We are an entrepreneurial team that thrives on making a difference, unencumbered by corporate bureaucracy or politics. Our culture is fast-paced, audacious, and supportive, fueled by a passion for self-improvement and a shared vision of crafting a healthier future for all.

So, if you're ready to join a team that values talent, collaboration, innovation, and excellence above all else, welcome to Protein Works: where every day is an opportunity to redefine what's possible in the pursuit of better health.