About this role
Main responsibilities :
Providing technical support to customer requirements in line with the Lesaffre UK & Ireland commercial strategy through bakery process advice and assisting in customer NPD and EPD projects
Development of tailor-made products and carrying out baking tests
Participation in trade fairs and customer events
To train fully and lead/support technical training for internal colleagues and external partners/customers for the Lesaffre expertise in bakery processes, yeasts, sourdough, ingredients and mixes.
Staying up to date on market trends, movements: customers, competition, products
University degree in food technology or a background in the baking industry
Extensive proven baking experience and/or experience on industrial lines.
Proven knowledge of the sector, products, raw materials and processes
Customer-oriented, high level of commitment, confident and convincing
Ability to organise, prioritise, be proactive, react, and manage issues effectively.
Ability to work in a team, and collaborate with other departments within the company and in the Group.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Willing to travel
Has advanced level MS Office (Word, Excel and power point)