NPD Concepts and Markets Officer

at  Quorum Search Partners

Are you passionate about innovation? Do you thrive on staying ahead of market trends? We’re seeking a dynamic NPD Concepts and Markets Officer to lead the charge in revolutionising the food industry! You will collaborate closely with the Sales, Marketing, and Production teams. If you’re ready to unleash your creativity and make an impact then this role is for you!

QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE/ SKILLS:

• Minimum 2-year food industry experience within a similar discipline
• BSc Food Technology/Food Science/Nutritional Science or related discipline
• Direct meat experience would be advantageous
• Knowledge of food/meat processing technology
• Technical, commercial & marketing aptitude
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• The ability to work on own initiative and be self-organised and disciplined
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  Please apply by sending your CV to Joanne Bourke at joanneb@qsp.ie or call 018788240 for more information

• Challenge the business to deliver new products based on the market, customers expectations and on pushing the boundaries on new concepts
• Ensure that NPD concepts are delivered in line with policies and strategies
• Responsible for ensuring new product concepts are brought from concept to fruition through the stage gated New Product Introduction (NPI) process
• Research, collate and prepare market reports on individual target markets
• Research and prepare reports on potential new product concepts
• Research and prepare horizon scanning reports on developments in potential new products, ingredients, legislative changes, customer developments, sales and marketing strategies
• Ensure that the development of new product ideas is always in line with the requirements of the HACCP/HARPC system to ensure food safety
• Work in a cohesive manner with all departments including Marketing, Sales, Production, Maintenance, Administration, Technical and Purchasing as appropriate to progress the NPD/NPI processes
• Proactively manage NPD projects in line with policies or strategies
• Understand and interpret EU and export market legislation and adapt to any factors that may limit access of our products