NPD Technologist

Who are Purpose Driven Foods?

The mission - IMPROVING THE METABOLIC HEALTH OF THE WORLD – ONE SLURP, BITE OR CRUNCH AT A TIME.

The world is facing a metabolic health epidemic. Obesity is set to double in the next decade. Alzheimer’s, Type 2 diabetes, fatty liver and heart diseases are on the rise. Mental health issues are increasingly common. The food we eat (often packed full of carbs and sugar) is largely to blame.

Fortunately, the solution is clear. Keeping your carb intake down, whilst cutting out sugar and seed oils has been scientifically proven to improve your all-round metabolic health. That’s where we come in.

Our founders - Tom, Ben & Ioanna – realised that with years of experience & knowledge in their respective fields, they had the ingredients to build a brand that could make a real difference. We’ve brought science and food together to create a range of delicious, healthy products, enabling you to enjoy the complete “foodie experience”.

This is food, with no compromise just joy!

We want to kickstart a new generation of health, shining a light on the dark side of household staples and offering clean alternatives that hero flavour, flavour, flavour! We’re an ambitious bunch who want to change the world and make a real difference to people’s lives.

The Role - NPD Technologist:

The NPD Technologist will be responsible for overseeing and managing all technical aspects of the food production process, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, improving product quality, and leading technical innovation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food science, food technology, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership:

• Drive technical projects from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.
• Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and best practices to ensure the company remains competitive.

Food Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety regulations and standards, including HACCP, and other applicable laws.
• Implement and maintain food safety programs, including regular audits and inspections.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and certification organizations as needed.

Product Development and Quality Assurance:

• Collaborate with NPD to develop new products and improve existing ones.
• Oversee quality control processes to ensure products meet the highest quality standards.
• Conduct sensory evaluations and shelf-life studies to validate product performance.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities with manufacturers for process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
• Implement Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive operational excellence.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with other departments, including Operations, Marketing, and Sales, to align technical activities with business goals.
• Provide technical support and expertise to address customer inquiries and resolve technical issues.
• Participate in cross-functional team meetings to ensure seamless communication and collaboration.

Do you have some of the below?:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in a technical development role within the food industry.
• Food labelling and HACCP.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations, quality assurance practices, and product development processes.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a technical team.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing technical challenges.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

INTERESTED? HERE’S WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT WORKING WITH US.

NPD Technologist – Purpose Driven Foods

• Salary - £35,000 - £45,000 dependent on experience
• 25% discretionary bonus
• Hybrid working 4 days office, 1 day from home
• Pension
• Bupa health care
• 25 days holiday & all the Bank Holidays
• Your Birthday off!
• 3 half days a year for self care just because…
• Training throughout the year – just because we are a start-up doesn’t mean we don’t want to invest in our people.
• A truly grown-up environment – we are office based as we are building something special, but we know people have lives to lead. We treat you with respect and as an adult. Who doesn’t love a yoga class or an early morning spinning session?
• Plenty of fantastic healthy products to treat your friends and family with.

Want to know more? We hope so...

We’d love to receive and review your application. We will start the recruitment process immediately so get in touch with our Talent Partner ECW Search on contact@ecwsearch.com

Due to GDPR, CV's or applications sent via email/social media, will not be kept or considered, please apply via the link provided or via the ECW Search contact email above..

At Purpose Driven Foods & ECW we believe that a diverse team of enthusiastic, hard-working, skilled people is pivotal to success. Our employees help us make a difference & grow as a business and creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace starts with our recruitment process. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.