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 anInnovation 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 customer

Qualifications 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 ...