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Kandhu Recruitment Consultants

Development Technologist - North West London

Job reference: 0808-21
Company: Kandhu Recruitment Consultants
Location: North West London

Position Type: Full time
Salary: Circa £24,000 + Benefits
Posted: 19/08/2008

This is a very varied role where the successful candidate will gain real experience with dealing with and managing a multiple retailers needs.

OUR CLIENT is a medium sized manufacturer of premium hand-held snack foods, supplying most of the major multiple retailers, both with branded and retailer own-label products. Their products include Crisps, Fried Snacks and Pot Noodle type products.

THE ROLE - Your principal responsibility will be to support the Technical Manager as the first contact for technical issues with a major customer.
Key Duties:
• Product and Process Development
• On-line Specifications
• Technical reports, such as KPI’s
• Ensuring compliance with Technical requirements
• Updating the Management team of the Customer’s requirements
• Assisting the technical / Quality team with other duties

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
• Degree in a food related subject
• A ‘hands on’ attitude to process and product development
• Self motivated, with the ability to work with all levels in a factory environment
• Good IT Skills, with knowledge of MS Office
• Experience with on-line electronic specification and data packages used by major retailers
• Excellent communication and customer service skills – able to build and develop excellent working relationships

Simple Application Process:
• Send your CV to food@kandhu.com without delay.
• Then contact The Kandhu Recruitment Team on 01303 249229 to discuss this opportunity and then leave the rest to us!

We look forward to speaking to you soon.