Posted 22 June, 2026
NPD Technologist
Young's Seafood
Tipperary, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 1708638713
The Role
This role sits within the European Seafood and Pork divisions, working cross functionally to deliver new product development projects from concept through to launch.
As NPD Technologist, you will work closely with key stakeholders across the business to ensure products meet both customer and site expectations. You will take ownership of critical paths, support the stage gate process, and contribute to the successful delivery of innovative, commercially viable products.
The Ideal Candidate
Key Behavioural Competencies:
Preferred Experience:
Why Sofina Foods?
Competitive Salary
Company Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Online Benefits Hub
Career Development Opportunities
Supportive and Collaborative Working Culture
Equal Opportunities
Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Your Key Responsibilities
Summary
To support the development and launch of innovative food products, managing projects from concept to launch while ensuring delivery to quality, cost, and timescale across both branded and own label products.
This role sits within the European Seafood and Pork divisions, working cross functionally to deliver new product development projects from concept through to launch.
As NPD Technologist, you will work closely with key stakeholders across the business to ensure products meet both customer and site expectations. You will take ownership of critical paths, support the stage gate process, and contribute to the successful delivery of innovative, commercially viable products.
The Ideal Candidate
Key Behavioural Competencies:
- Strong organisational and project management skills
- Excellent problem solving ability
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross functionally
- Proactive and detail focused approach
- Passion for food and product innovation
Preferred Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field
- 1 to 2 years' experience in a similar role within the food industry
- Knowledge of food processing technologies, ingredients, and formulation principles
- Experience with costing, product specifications, and artwork approval processes beneficial
Why Sofina Foods?
Competitive Salary
Company Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Online Benefits Hub
Career Development Opportunities
Supportive and Collaborative Working Culture
Equal Opportunities
Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day to day running of NPD projects, ensuring deadlines are met and issues are resolved proactively
- Develop, monitor, and implement the NPD stage gate process
- Coordinate and communicate weekly and monthly NPD customer briefs to ensure timelines are achieved
- Work closely with stakeholders to ensure products meet customer expectations on cost and quality
- Ensure all products are fully costed and reviewed with Finance before progressing to sample stage
- Support improvements in product success rates and customer listings
- Assist in managing successful product launches, ensuring clear communication across departments
- Review product samples prior to dispatch to minimise customer rejections
- Work with the NPD Manager to build a pipeline of new product ideas for existing and potential customers
- Represent the business at food shows and customer presentations where required
- Collaborate with the Sales team to support new business development and maximise factory capacity
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external partners
Summary
To support the development and launch of innovative food products, managing projects from concept to launch while ensuring delivery to quality, cost, and timescale across both branded and own label products.
