Graduate Food Technologist- New Product Development

The ideal candidate would possess the following attributes: - Skills/Qualifications: * Educated to Degree / HND level in Food Science / Food technology or related subject * A thorough understanding of food safety processes and procedures, including a working knowledge of HACCP. * A clear understanding of sensory analysis * Exemplary written and oral communication skills. * Ability to work & influence across key functions within NFF * Proficient IT skills in all applications. * Strong organizational skills Experience: * Experience of working and supporting an R&D function within the baking sector. * Experience of operating at a level within an organization, where strategic development and planning have been required and demonstrated. * Demonstrable record of achievement on delivering projects within an R&D function * Conducted industrial size trials, collection of data and reporting of results * Working in a cross functional team * Knowledge of project management Personal Qualities: * Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire coworkers * Good interpersonal and communication skills, able to engage and influence with key functions of the business. * Self-motivated, tenacious, and able to drive performance of self and encourage team members. * Can play a key part as an effective team member, demonstrating a “can do” approach. * Capable and comfortable in leading/supporting challenging situations with the ability to present a reasoned argument/case. * Able to establish and maintain effective and constructive relationships with key customers, suppliers, and internal customers * Process driven, demonstrating a rigorous adherence. * Passionate about food