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Product Developer (Coop)

Employer
Greencore Group
Location
Sheffield
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
8 Aug 2017

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Business Sector
Food & Drink
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Part Time
Function
Other Job Function, Sales

Job Details

To develop new and modify existing products in line with written briefs

Main responsibilities

 

Build a relationship with customer through relevant communication on product developments to ensure the critical path milestones are met

 

Ensure that products meet agreed nutritional and organoleptic requirements for the customer and company

Liaise with Account Managers to ensure that all products meet margin and contribution aspirations

Present new products and upgrades to the Product Development Manager in a professional manner demonstrating your food and process knowledge and expertise

Work alongside the Chef to translate recipes into viable commercial products

Source and verify the feasibility of new raw ingredients within Greencore specifications and approved suppliers

Benchmark products regularly to gain awareness of the market for a competitive advantage

Write cooking instructions in line with customer and safety requirements to meet external retailer best practice

Contribute to idea generation within the team to maximise competitor advantage

Works with manufacturing team to verify feasibility of products going into manufacturing environment

About the company

 

As a leading international manufacturer of convenience foods, Greencore has a passion for food and we take real pride in helping our customers to efficiently meet consumer needs. We have a clear and ambitious vision and strategy to drive further growth and performance.

 

Company

Greencore Group is a leading international manufacturer of convenience foods. Our ambition doesn't stop at being the world’s largest sandwich producer; we’re looking for passionate, talented people who can help us to drive our future success. People who innovate, create, lead and inspire. We set the bar high, and expect that our people do too.

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