Food Product Developer - Fixed Term Contract

Product Developer - 12 month FTC

Nottingham

We are seeking a Product Developer to join our brilliantly talented New Product Development (NPD) team based in Nottingham to support the team during maternity cover!

Who We Are:

At The Compleat Food Group were not just serving up great food were creating an environment where our people can thrive. As one of the leading chilled prepared food manufacturers in the UK food industry we believe that our employees are the secret ingredient to our success. Were passionate about fostering a culture where quality innovation collaboration and personal growth are at the forefront.

Location: Nottingham NG2 1LU

Hours: Monday Thursday 8:30 - 17:00 Friday 8:30 - 16:00

Salary: 38000 - 42000

Contract:12 month FTC (Maternity Cover)

Purpose:To develop new and adapt existing products to meet customer and branded briefs which deliver commercial targets and are successfully scaled up to production.

Your Duties Will Include:

• Responsible for developing products on time and to budget for the customer.
• Build ideas support new projects and actively participate in internal and external innovation sessions.
• First point of contact for customers building positive pro-active relationships with customer product development teams.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure feasibility of products that are developed in line with company and customer strategy.
• Lead product presentations
• Work with teams to solve issues including scalability and sustainability
• Ensure product recipes meet appropriate food quality standards alongside commercial targets and within brand standards.
• Create and ensure accurate NPD paperwork.
• Ensure benchmarking is carried out accurately and comprehensively to present at internal and external presentations.
• Actively demonstrate passion for food and a good understanding of market and food trends.
• Travel to our UK manufacturing sites and abroad as required

Experience and Skills:

• Supermarket own label and food product development experience
• Food Based Degree- desirable
• Passion for food essential
• Strong customer facing experience
• 3 years plus experience in retail or FMCG development role.
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Strong planning organisation and project management skills.
• Good analytic and numeracy skills
• Attention to detail
• Presentation skills
• Microsoft Office skills - Excel Word PowerPoint
• Willingness to travel regularly across the UK and abroad (driving licence essential)

Benefits to Include:

• Hybrid working
• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Pension match 4%/4%
• 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
• Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
• Employee well-being and community support groups
• Charity Initiatives and Team events
• 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial Emotional and Practical Support)

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive respectful culture where everyone feels safe supported and valued. We welcome diverse talent knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.

We are committed to Fairness Equity Inclusivity and Respect we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunitys employer we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.

Recruitment Agencies:

We have a small active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.

If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.