NPD Concept Developer

NPD Concept Developer - Oldham Development Opportunity or ExperiencedPark Cakes is a c 280 million business which supplies cake and desserts to service the own brands of major retailers, there are three sites based in the North West at Heywood, Oldham and Bolton.Our products include, high end celebration cake products, slab cakes and mainstream desserts, we mostly supply Marks and Spencer''s although we also supply other major retailers.We are a profitable business with a clear commercial strategy, a flair for NPD and have a strong relationship with our customers and suppliers through our energy, style and commitment to partner relationships and quality.We currently have a vacancy to work as a Concept Developer in our established NPD Department.The role would suit either a graduate in a Food science discipline or someone with Food Concept Development experience at the start of their career.Example AccountabilitiesDevelop and design products to meet the brief in line with the market benchmarks, inspiration and commercial aspirations.Brief and source raw materials in line with raw material sourcing policies and ork closely with Packaging Innovation Manager to create packaging fit for purpose.Develop products in line with the stage and gate processes and procedures.Support the Concept Manager to ensure all paperwork is completed accurately and timely throughout the development process.Organise organoleptic assessment of products throughout development process.To provide as much ..... full job details .....