Process Development Manager
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Job Location:
West Yorkshire - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
07-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Valeo Foods UK is seeking a proactive and experienced Process Development Lead to drive NPD/EPD delivery process improvements and innovation across our manufacturing site.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Innovation
Lead cross-functional teams to deliver private label and branded NPD/EPD projects on time.
Champion process control (including SPC) innovation and cost-saving initiatives.
Drive new technologies and continuous improvement across site operations.
Process Development & Trials
Coordinate and implement all product trials ensuring clear procedures and successful launches.
Manage trial documentation (shelf life micro taste panels reports batching BOMs recipe handover).
Ensure smooth factory integration of new recipes and materials with effective handover to operations.
Liaise with suppliers/procurement for trial ingredients and sample provision.
Provide accurate technical data for internal specifications and support troubleshooting on site.
Project & Customer Management
Lead project activity from concept to launch ensuring timelines and critical paths are met.
Build strong customer relationships leading pre-production meetings and launch coordination.
Communicate effectively across departments and run regular stakeholder updates.
Qualifications :
Qualifications and knowledge
- Degree or equivalent in Food Science or related discipline or previous experience.
- Min 5 years experience in FMCG or similar environment and with at least 3 years of managing teams
- HACCP Level 3 qualification
- Project management skills
Qualities and Experience
- A strong leader/influencer of people
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Great at building relationships internally and externally
- Knowledge of effective structures and team dynamics and training and development needs
- Up to date knowledge of technical advances and the changing consumer landscape.
- Passionate about helping people to be the best they can and experience in coaching and developing people
- Diligent and attention to detail focused
- Problem solving skills
- A drive to succeed
- Organized and able to both multi-task and prioritize effectively
Additional Information :
Salary is 40000- 50000 dependent on experience.
What we offer you in return
- Matched pension scheme up to 10%
- Death in service
- Cycle to work scheme
- Canteen
- Retailer discount platform
- Staff discount
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Accomodation
- Building Services
- CNC
- Corporate Risk Management
- Linux
- Asic
About Company
At Valeo Foods UK, we're the creative force behind an array of beloved brands spanning indulgence, innovation, and tradition. From the iconic crunch of Kettle Crisps to the pure sweetness of Rowse Honey, and the rich heritage of Matthew Walker puddings, our portfolio reflects our comm ... View more
