Overview
Product Development Technologist Jobs in Sharnbrook, England, United Kingdom at The Magnum Ice Cream Company
Title: Product Development Technologist
Company: The Magnum Ice Cream Company
Location: Sharnbrook, England, United Kingdom
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Ice Cream Job Title :Product Development Technologist
Scope: Full time
Location: Colwoth
The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formerly a division of Unilever) is now a standalone, independent, EUR 7.9 billion publicly listed company. We’re on a mission to create the ultimate snacking company. A place where growth, innovation, founder and ownership mentality, and performance are cultivated and rewarded. And where we craft extraordinary ice cream experiences – transforming ordinary moments into lasting memories. Because we know, life tastes better with ice cream.
Job Purpose
As part of the Ice Cream Global Development Centre, you will play a crucial role in delivering the Global Ice Cream Programme, supporting/leading NPD and business continuity projects for the Global Innovation within the ED&I team.
Collaborating closely with internal functions (Marketing, Supply Chain, Procurement) and external partners (Third-Party Manufacturers, ingredients suppliers), this fast-paced opportunity allows you to channel your passion for creativity and deliver delicious and sustainable product experiences.
Responsibilities
- Plan, organise and execute a variety of project types under guidance of technical project leader, working closely with R&D experts from a variety of fields.
- Support or lead technical delivery of innovation/renovation projects on-time in full, which include the following aspects: creative product concepts; formulation design; laboratory and pilot plant prototypes; costs; quality assessments; ingredient lists; legislation/nutritional compliance and claims.
- Organize and manage tasting sessions for the project team, involving R&D colleagues and cross-functional partners.
- Undertake raw material & product stability trials, using a range of analytical methodologies and report the results back to the project team
- Collaborate with suppliers to deliver new/improved product experience and accelerate identification of suitable new ingredients for the projects.
- Write and manage specifications and systems data for the products you work on.
- Contribute to the creation of selling stories and presentations to support customer development teams.
- Identify cost-optimization opportunities within existing raw materials by analysing technical, financial, and supply chain data to evaluate risks and benefits.
Skills, Experiences & Qualifications
We’re looking for individuals who can actively contribute to driving impact across our social and product mission while fostering the strong sense of community and connectivity that defines our culture.
Other Required Skills/experiences – Hard Skills Needed For The Role
- Passion for food product development and creating great consumer experiences.
- Collaborative team player with good communication skills and a willingness to learn.
- Good attention to detail, with an interest in experimentation, data recording and basic analysis.
- Able to plan your work, manage time effectively and follow priorities set by the team.
- Degree level qualification (or equivalent) or early career experience in a technical discipline, preferably food technology or product development.
Good To Have
- Some experience working cross functionally or with external partners (e.g. during placements, internships or graduate roles).
- Exposure to product development projects from brief to launch.
- Interest or initial experience working within an international or global environment (e.g. EU, Asia, Turkey).
ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE?
Please apply online and do not forget to upload your CV. Your application will be reviewed against the requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date, with an update on the status of your application.
Additional Information
The Magnum Ice Cream Company embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position
Disclaimer
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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About The Magnum Ice Cream Company
With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry We have been taking pleasure seriously for more than 100 years, serving happiness with every lick or scoop of ice cream for generations.
About
The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formerly part of Unilever) is all about growth. Growing our business. Growing our customers’ businesses. Growing our people’s careers. Growth begins with empowerment. So we free our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to give our consumers more amazing products and unforgettable moments – and having fun doing it. Here’s what defines success in our organization :
- We are all about growth
- We operate with speed and simplicity
- We win together with fun
- We boldly innovate to disrupt our industry
- We care and challenge
- We are experts in the Ice Cream Category
ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE?
Please apply online and do not forget to upload your CV. Your application will be reviewed against the requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date, with an update on the status of your application.
