Our Client is a market leading innovative Distributor & Manufacturer of speciality ingredients and flavours for the food, nutrition, supplement and medical nutrition markets in the UK.They are now seeking an Innovation Manager (Laboratory Manager) – Food Ingredients. This position will be laboratory based in Redditch, Worcestershire and is a full-time permanent role.Key Responsibilities * To drive and proactively engage with the Innovation Services team, Operating Division, Suppliers and Customers to submit and develop ideas for business growth and follow innovation best practices * To be at the forefront of and drive marketing, application and formulation innovation * To ensure scale up through pilot to commercial volumes * To support the introduction of innovations in the market * Own, improve and follow the Innovation Process * Carry out NPD activities * Present findings to the customerQualifications and Experience * BSc in Food Technology (or equivalent) * Experience of commercial NPD to make recipes and formulations * Understanding of flavour technologies * Sensory Analysis Certification * Interested in formulation of plant proteins * Able to create products in the bakery, dairy, beverage, sweet, savoury sectors * Understanding of regulatory aspects of food including labelling * Food manufacturing experience / technical knowledge of food manufacturing settings * Holds an advanced understanding of the market and ...