Product Developer

Product Developer

Central London (5 days office-based)

Permanent | Full-Time

Start Date: ASAP

The Opportunity

A fast-growing FMCG business is seeking a Product Developer to support the innovation and development of both powdered and ready-to-drink products.

This is a hands‑on role where you'll take products from concept through to launch, working closely with manufacturers, suppliers, customers and internal teams to deliver commercially successful products.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise powder and beverage formulations.
• Translate customer and retailer briefs into market-ready products.
• Improve flavour, texture, functionality, stability and cost efficiency.
• Lead factory trials and support scale‑up from development to production.
• Troubleshoot formulation, manufacturing and shelf‑life challenges.
• Conduct sensory evaluations and product benchmarking.
• Ensure compliance with UK & EU regulations and maintain technical documentation.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Marketing, Supply Chain and Manufacturing teams to deliver projects on time.
• Manage relationships with customers, suppliers and manufacturing partners.

About You

Essential

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry or related discipline.
• 4+ years' experience in food and beverage product development.
• Experience with powders, beverages or functional ingredients.
• Strong understanding of flavour development and ingredient functionality.
• Experience managing factory trials and working with manufacturers.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Full right to work in the UK.

Desirable

• FMCG or high-growth business experience.
• Experience working with UK retailers.
• Knowledge of wellness, functional or performance-focused products.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Equity participation opportunity.
• Private healthcare.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Collaborative Shoreditch office environment.
• Opportunity to join a rapidly growing consumer brand and make a genuine impact.